Mexican Silver Creamer and Sugar Bowl

• Taxco, circa 1950 by William Spratling
• Dimensions: Creamer - 2 1/4 inches high, 4 1/4 inches width Sugar Bowl - 2 1/2 inches high, Handle to Handle - 5 inches

Throughout Mexico, William Spratling has been acknowledged as “The Father of Mexican Silver.” In 1926, he arrived in the colonial town of Taxco and was fascinated by the artisan traditions and the skills of the local silversmiths. He organized and founded different workshops throughout Taxco and trained the local people to become master silversmiths. He also founded a silversmith school and worked with local artisans to create innovative designs that merged pre-Hispanic traditions with modern style. By 1938, he had 150 people working for him and diversified beyond silver to include furniture, tin ware, copper, rugs, and textiles. As a result of all that he accomplished, he has been called by many, “a Renaissance Man.”

A very elegant Mexican Silver Creamer and Sugar Bowl of bulbous form with loop handles. Both the creamer and the sugar bowl have a luxurious and elegant hand hammered design in the interior of each piece. The intricate craftsmanship of the hammering process adds to the set, making them timeless pieces that will be treasured for generations to come.