1980s Emilia Castillo Taxco Silver Plate Hummingbird Goblets, Mexican Modernism - a Pair

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A striking pair of hummingbird goblets designed and manufactured in Taxco, Mexico by Emilia Castillo, celebrated for her sculptural silver … Read more A striking pair of hummingbird goblets designed and manufactured in Taxco, Mexico by Emilia Castillo, celebrated for her sculptural silver designs and nature-inspired forms.

These elegant goblets are crafted in solid hammered brass with a rich silver-plated finish, featuring beautifully textured surfaces that reflect light with a soft, organic brilliance. Each goblet is supported by a sculptural hummingbird figure perched at the base, executed with remarkable detail and inlaid with natural stone, a signature element frequently seen in Castillo’s celebrated Taxco designs.

The stems are composed of stacked ring elements rising from a wide hammered base, giving the pieces a refined sculptural presence while maintaining stability. The interiors retain their warm gilt finish, providing an elegant contrast to the exterior silver plating.

Emilia Castillo is internationally recognized for her contributions to the modern Taxco silver tradition, and her work is widely collected by enthusiasts of Mexican modern decorative arts and luxury barware.

These goblets are ideal for use as statement barware, decorative objects, or collectible Taxco silver, and display beautifully in both contemporary and traditional interiors.

The pieces remain in good vintage condition with surface wear and scratches consistent with age and use. One hummingbird shows minor stone loss near the base of the beak, visible in photographs.

Measurements

Height: 7.50 in
Diameter: 3.50 in

Materials
Hammered Brass
Silver Plate
Natural Stone Inlay

Origin
Taxco, Mexico

Period
Late 20th Century

Condition
Vintage condition.
Surface scratches consistent with use.
Minor stone loss to one hummingbird near the beak. See less