Emilia Castillo Cockatoo Silver Bowl with Volcanic Rock Base, 1980s

A striking silver-plated serving bowl with volcanic rock base, designed and handcrafted in Taxco, Mexico in the mid-1980s by celebrated designer Emilia Castillo. This sculptural mixed-media piece showcases Castillo’s signature fusion of Mexican silversmithing traditions, organic materials, and artistic inlay work. The hammered silver bowl features crushed malachite...

A rare and striking volcanic rock and silver-plated molcajete designed and handcrafted by celebrated Taxco artist Emilia Castillo. The piece perfectly embodies Castillo’s signature f...

Emilia Castillo Sterling Silver & Volcanic Stone Molcajete with Spoon, Mexico, Later 20th Century A sterling silver and volcanic stone molcajete (mortar) set is a functional sculptural object that bridges traditional craftsmanship and modern luxury. The handmade serving piece is modeled after the ancient Mesoamerican molcajete, traditionally used for grinding spices and preparing salsa or guacamole. Castillo’s refined interpretation elevates the form with a hammered sterling silver bowl adorned with bold silver orbs encircling the rim, paired with a substantial curved-handled sterling silver spoon. The inner bowl rests within a hand-carved, tripod-footed volcanic stone base, offering both contrast and stability. This sculptural piece draws inspiration from the traditional Mexican molcajete...

Striking Mid Century Art Deco style long bowl handcrafted in silver plate over hammered copper in dramatic form having two stone clad toucans as handles and stylized deco foot. Signe...