Los Castillo retro Mexican silver repousse Brooch

Glowing with the patina of time that adds precious depth to recesses of the design, this vintage Los Castillo repousse brooch has a more romantic air about it than most of their work. I love the combination of twists and twirls with the stylized "trumpet" flowers at the top and even though the elements which have been called into service here are definitely floral, I can't stop seeing the eyes of a night owl staring back at me in wise contemplation...

Size / Weight: 2 3/4" wide by 1 7/8" tall; 20.0 grams

Hallmarks / Date: taller's signature as shown as well as des. no 521 alongside "TAXCO STERLING" and "MADE IN MEXICO"; mid- to later 1940s

Condition: excellent vintage with nice patina, a beautiful design and no damage or repairs noted

Inv# 15154a