Silver Thread by William Spratling Mexico Sterling Silver Flatware Set 16 pcs

UsedLikeNew : Excellent condition STYLE : Mid-Century Modern AGE : Post-1940 BRAND : William Spratling PATTERN : Silver Thread TYPE : Flatware - Sets William Spratling was an American-born silver designer and artist, best known for his influence on 20th century Mexican silver design. He was trained as an architect and was a talented visual artist by the 1930's he founded the first of the silver shops that would spur a Mexican silver renaissance. His inspired designs blend a unique modern aesthetic with Pre-Columbian designs, creating works of art. These handcrafted utensils show off the exceptional skill of the legendary Spratling silversmiths and the unique design vision of William Spratling. Antionio Pineda: William Spratling "lit the fuse for the whole Modern Mexican movement in Taxco." Rare partial set of Silver Thread by William Spratling, Taxco Mexico wire wrapped flatware with ball/bead ends, circa 1940-1946, first design period. This set includes:6 Knives w/solid handle