Matl Matilde Poulat Mexican .900 silver and obsidian Bracelet

Elegant and "quiter" than most Matilde Poulat jewelry, this early repousse bracelet by the big maestra exhibits nonetheless all the attributes Matl's work is avidly sought after and venerated for. Repoussage that creates a body with impeccable texture and perfect finishing, a gorgeous golden sheen obsidian cabochon and, of course, the Mexico City style silver-work which to me represents Mexico's Arts and Crafts movement. What is there not to love here? I am very attracted to the size which allows you to even combine it with other bracelets and I find the varying orientation of the chain links even more endearing...

Size / Weight: 7 1/4" long (wearable; end-to-end it's just a tad above 7 1/2"); 1 1/16" wide (the diameter of the starflower); 27.3 grams

Hallmarks / Date: maker's name as shown as well as "0.900"; 1934-40

Condition: excellent vintage with beautiful presence, a gorgeous obsidian cab, the workmanship that Matl is known and collected for, glowing patina and no damage or repairs noted

Inv# 15396