William Spratling
(American-born, 1900-1967)
Taxco Silver and Amethyst Pins/Brooches, 1940-1946
lot of 4, all marked with the WS print circle hallmark and SPRATLING SILVER; includes:
one in the shape of a bow
length 4-3/8 inches x width 2-1/8 inches, weight 29.7 dwt.
an ovular brooch with mirroring canine figures surrounding a centrally set stone
length 2-5/8 inches x width 2-1/4 inches, weight 24.9 dwt.
a pair of smaller matching pins with parrot design
length 1-1/2 inches x width 1 inch each, combined weight 16.6 dwt.
Property from a Private Collection, Chicago, Illinois
This lot is located in Cincinnati.