1980s Emilia Castillo Five Piece Fish Tea or Coffee Set Mexican Modern Silversmithing - Set of 5

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Exceptional and highly sculptural Emilia Castillo Taxco Mexican Modern silver plate tea service, a rare and complete 5-piece set showcasing … Read more Exceptional and highly sculptural Emilia Castillo Taxco Mexican Modern silver plate tea service, a rare and complete 5-piece set showcasing the iconic Emilia Castillo / Taxco / Mexican Modern design language at its most expressive.

This striking Emilia Castillo Taxco Mexican Modern tea set features a cohesive fish motif throughout, with masterfully sculpted handles and finials rendered in fluid, organic forms. Each piece is handwrought in silver-plated metal over brass, finished with a richly hammered surface and adorned with bezel-set lapis lazuli and azurite gemstone inlays, reinforcing its position within collectible Mexican Modernism and Taxco silversmithing traditions.

A true statement for collectors and interior designers, this Emilia Castillo Taxco Mexican Modern silver service bridges functional object and sculptural centerpiece—ideal for curated interiors, gallery-like dining settings, or high-impact tabletop styling.

What’s Included
Water Pitcher: 9.5" H × 8" W × 4.5" D
Creamer: 5" H × 4.625" W × 2.75" D
Lidded Sugar Pot: 5" H × 5" W × 3.5" D
Ladle: 6.25" L
Tray: 13.25" W × 7.5" D × 1.5" H
Signature & Marks

Each piece stamped:
“Emilia Castillo / TO-85 / Mexico M.R. / Plateado”

Design & Provenance Notes.
Emilia Castillo, daughter of master silversmith Antonio Castillo (Los Castillo, Taxco), is a leading figure in post-war Mexican silversmithing. Her work is celebrated for pushing traditional Taxco craftsmanship into expressive, narrative-driven forms—often inspired by nature, mythology, and marine life.

This example embodies:
Mexican Modernism
Taxco silver tradition
Organic sculptural design
Mixed-material artistry (silver + stone)

Condition
Vintage condition with light surface wear, patina, and minor plating variation consistent with age and use. Presents beautifully with strong visual impact. See less