Vintage Taxco Los Castillo Silver Plate Articulated Armadillo Sculpture.
Los Castillo Mexican silver plated articulated armadillo sculpture. This is a gorgeous articulated sculpture that is made to look like an armadillo. This piece features so much detail, as evidenced by the shell and legs. It has 8 articulated pieces that allow it to move quite fluidly. The unique hinged construction allows the sculpture to lay straight or curved. The eyes are inlaid. Stamped on the abdomen with the makers mark.
Creator
Los Castillo
Markings
Los Castillo
Plateado
TA-01
10125
Approximate Dimensions
Height: 3”
Width: 8”
Depth: 3”
Materials and Techniques
Silver Plate, Metalwork
Place of Origin
Mexico
Period
1980-1989
Date of Manufacture
1980’s
Condition
Good
The piece has some tarnish and a few spots where the silver plate has come off. It’s hard to tell in the pictures because of the reflection of the camera.
Even with these imperfections, it’s a gorgeous sculpture
Wear consistent with age and use