Los Castillo Taxco Malachite Inlay Silver Plate Catchall Tray, Mexico 1960s

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Charming mid-century silver-plated decorative tray with malachite inlay designed and manufactured by the renowned Los Castillo silversmith workshop in Taxco, … Read more Charming mid-century silver-plated decorative tray with malachite inlay designed and manufactured by the renowned Los Castillo silversmith workshop in Taxco, Mexico, circa 1960s.

This elegant small tray features a softly rounded square form with a hand-hammered silver-plate surface and a striking malachite stone inlay motif depicting stylized leaves at the center. The natural variations in the malachite create beautiful tonal depth, contrasting with the reflective silver surface.

Pieces from Los Castillo, one of the most celebrated Taxco silver workshops founded by Antonio Castillo, are highly sought after by collectors of Mexican modernist silver and mid-century decorative arts. Their work is known for combining traditional silversmithing techniques with sculptural organic forms and natural stone inlays.

This versatile tray works beautifully as:

a catchall tray for jewelry or watches

a cocktail garnish tray

a desk accessory

a decorative object on a bar, console, or coffee table

Its compact size and elegant design make it particularly attractive to interior designers looking for authentic Mexican modern decorative accents.

The tray retains the original hallmark reading:

“Los Castillo, Taxco, Hand Wrought, Hecho en Mexico, 373.”

Condition consistent with age and use, including surface scratches to the silver plate and plating loss visible on the underside feet, as shown in photographs.

Measurements
Width: 5.81 in (5 13/16 in)
Depth: 5.81 in (5 13/16 in)
Height: 0.50 in See less