Los Castillos Taxco Mexican Mid-Century Modern Silver Plate and Hardstone Mounted Cocktail Pitcher, in the form of a leaning branch, the handle formed from an exotic bird, its back and tail veneered in malachite and lapis lazuli, forming a handle, struck "Hecho en Mexico" to the underside. Provenance: From a Manhattan collector. Keywords: MCM, Vessel, Animalier, Jug, Tableware, Decorative Arts, Vintage

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