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A charming and highly collectible pair of "The Couple" salt cellars designed by celebrated Mexican artist Emilia Castillo in 1995, …
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A charming and highly collectible pair of "The Couple" salt cellars designed by celebrated Mexican artist Emilia Castillo in 1995, beautifully handcrafted in bisque porcelain and accompanied by their original pure sterling silver spoons. Entirely handmade in Taxco, Mexico, each sculptural figure is individually signed in silver, reading "Emilia Castillo, Plata Pura, Mexico M.R."
Depicting two women standing together, each gently presenting a bowl, this poetic composition lends itself beautifully to interpretations of companionship, partnership, and love. Whether viewed simply as an intimate pair or celebrated as a meaningful representation of a same-sex female couple or LGBTQ+ relationship, the sculptures possess a warmth and quiet humanity that resonates in contemporary interiors.
Emilia Castillo, daughter of legendary silversmith Antonio Castillo of the renowned Los Castillo dynasty, is internationally recognized for combining traditional Mexican silver craftsmanship with sculptural ceramics and whimsical, narrative design. Her work bridges the worlds of fine art, functional design, and collectible decorative objects, making her pieces highly sought after by collectors of Mexican Modernism, Taxco silver, and museum-quality decorative arts.
For interior designers, these sculptural vessels offer exceptional versatility. Display them on a kitchen island, dining table, breakfast room, cocktail bar, open shelving, or within a curated vignette alongside books, ceramics, and contemporary sculpture. Their understated monochromatic palette allows them to integrate effortlessly into Modern, Organic Modern, Scandinavian, Wabi-Sabi, Minimalist, Contemporary, Postmodern, and Collected Eclectic interiors while introducing narrative, personality, and artisan craftsmanship.
The pair remains in very good vintage condition, retaining their original sterling silver spoons and displaying the subtle hand-finished characteristics expected of individually crafted bisque porcelain. A wonderful addition for collectors of Emilia Castillo, Los Castillo, Taxco decorative arts, or anyone seeking distinctive sculptural objects that celebrate craftsmanship, individuality, and enduring human connection.
Measurements
Height: 5.50 in.
Width: 3 in.
Depth: 4 in.
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- Dimensions
- 3ʺW × 4ʺD × 5.5ʺH
- Designer
- Emilia Castillo
- Styled After
- Los Castillo
- Period
- 1990s
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- The pieces are in good, vintage condition, mild wear from many years of display. The pieces are in good, vintage condition, mild wear from many years of display. less
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