MARGOT de TAXCO Bracelet Signed STERLING White Blue Speckled ENAMEL 5871 Mexico

  

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Have a tape measure handy. I never shop for online jewelry without one! Margot van Voorhies, aka " Margot de Taxco " (1896 - 1985). An artist and native of San Francisco, Margot took a vacation to Taxco, Mexico in 1937 which altered the course of her life. In 1938 she met and married Don Antonio Castillo, a Maestro silversmith working for William Spratling. In 1948, Margot and Antonio split both romantically and professionally and she took on the name'Margot de Taxco.

It wasn't long before she had Hollywood clientele such as John Wayne & Lana Turner. At one time, she had more than 280 talented silversmiths working for her, some of whom are very famous today.

Margot is most known for her work with enamel on silver, pre-Columbian themes, Art Deco and Japanese styles, as well as her use of fish and wave motifs. Sadly, she became insolvent in 1976 and gave her molds to her top silversmiths who went on to establish their own workshops. Also have 5871 Earrings listed, but want you to see the variation in blue color, so included a. The Bracelet is more of a turquoise blue, but the two may certainly be worn together.

Flower & Leaf Design with Blue & Speckled White. While this is Margot's Design # 5871 and from her taller (workshop), the maestro silversmith was most likely either Miguel Melendez or Melesio Rodriguez who are famous for their enamel on silver work. Secure Tongue & Groove Box Clasp with Safety Chain Unclasped, it opens about 3.5 for an easy on. Stamps: Margot De Taxco, 5871, 925 (purity mark), Hecho en (made in) Mexico, Eagle 16 assay mark.

The last photo is of Margot. Excellent Vintage condition with very minor surface wear and enamel loss which is to be expected considering the age. Please view all photos to judge for yourself keeping in mind that they're high def Canon pics which exaggerate any blemishes that may be present. 7.5" wearable length, 3/4" wide, 32.2 grams. This beautifully designed bracelet is skillfully executed, and the timeless, unparalleled Margot de Taxco lives on every time a piece of her Art is worn!

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• Country of Origin: Mexico
• Department: Women
• City: Taxco
• Type: Bracelet
• Color: Blue & White
• Vintage: Yes
• Signed: Yes
• Brand: Margot de Taxco
• Era: Mid Century
• Ethnic & Regional Style: Mexican
• Handmade: Yes
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Mexico
• Style: Linked Panels
• Material: Enamel
• Theme: Flowers & Plants
• Features: Safety Chain
• Item Length: 7.5 in
• Metal Purity: 925
• Main Stone: No Stone
• Metal: Sterling Silver