1980s Silver & Mother of Pearl Shell Madonna Sculpture by Emilia Castillo/Los Castillo

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Striking and highly collectible sculptural work by celebrated Mexican designer Emilia Castillo for Los Castillo, one of the most important … Read more Striking and highly collectible sculptural work by celebrated Mexican designer Emilia Castillo for Los Castillo, one of the most important names in the Mexican silversmithing movement in Taxco. This rare Madonna-form sculpture exemplifies the fusion of Mexican Modernism, fine metalwork, and organic materials that defines Castillo’s legacy.

Executed in silver-plated metal with meticulously applied mother of pearl shell inlay, the piece presents a stylized, cloaked female figure with a serene, faceless form. The flowing silhouette and hand-worked surface reflect the artistry and craftsmanship associated with Taxco’s golden era of design, influenced by masters such as William Spratling and contemporaries like Salvador Pineda.

The iridescent shell mosaic wraps the figure in soft tonal variations, creating a luminous contrast against the polished silver surface. The base is similarly adorned, completing a cohesive and sculptural composition ideal for Mexican interiors, high-end decorative settings, or serious collections of Latin American design.

This example is fully hallmarked to the underside, reading:
“Los Castillo, Taxco, Hecho en Mexico, Plateado, TA-01, 400”

A rare and desirable collector’s piece that embodies the innovation and artistry of the Castillo family and their enduring influence on modern Mexican decorative arts.

Dimensions

9.50 in. high × 4.5 in. wide × 3 in. deep See less