Hector Aguilar (Mexican, 1905-1986) Hammered Copper Bowl with Scalloped Edge

Description:

Hector Aguilar (Mexican, 1905-1986) Hammered Copper Bowl with Scalloped Edge, Taxco, Mexico, mid-20th century, stamped "HA," "Taxco," and "Mexico," ht. 1, dia. 7 1/2 in.

Note: In 1936, Hector Aguilar began working as the shop manager for William Spratling at Taller de las Delicias. Three years later, Aguilar opened his own workshop in 1939, and in 1948 opened the Taller Borda, which quickly became one of the premier retail silver outlets in Taxco. Taller Borda sold the full line of first quality sterling jewelry, hollowware, flatware, and novelties produced at the Aguilar workshops. The firm prospered for many years until its closure in 1966.

This piece is similar to the bowl displayed at LACMA, Mexican Silver permanent collection.
Estimate $300-500

Good condition, with some dents, appropriate for its age.


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