A fine vintage Emilia Los Castillo (Taxco, Mexico) "BLACK CAT & MOUSE" (Plata Pura - Ceramic & Silver) SALT & PEPPER SHAKER SET.  c. 1998.  For the cat lover or a gift for someone special: Unique, hard to find, vintage pottery salt and pepper shaker set with sterling silver accents made in Mexico by Emilia Castillo. The artwork is an example of "Plata Pura," meaning pure silver on pottery, an application she perfected.

Daughter of renowned Mexican silversmith Antonio Castillo, Emilia inherited the talent and ability to create. As a child growing up in her father’s workshops she found herself surrounded by talented master craftsmen, under the direction of these artists she mastered the techniques to work in silver and other metals.

At her workshops, her two daughters are now surrounded by their own environment of creativity. In 1992, Emilia was discovered by U.S. Chain Neiman-Marcus, and has continued working with them to this date. Having already won numerous awards, her one-of-a-kind pieces have come to be known by collectors worldwide. She has also been commissioned to create many works of art around the world, including the chapel of the Virgin of Guadalupe, in St. Peter`s Basilica at the Vatican.

Both pieces look unused; the plugs are intact and there are no signs of wear. The mouse nests under the cat's body. Terrific pieces for any table setting!

Signed:  "Emilia Castillo / Plata Pura / Mexico 98".  The mouse is also signed "27", and the cat "28"

Dimensions:  (Cat) 4" long x 3" tall; (Mouse) 2" long x 1" tall

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Condition:  Like new, pre-owned.  Displayed behind glass.  No apparent chips, cracks, or scratches.  Silver inlay may contain areas of tarnish.

Terms of Sale:  Please ask questions before bidding or purchasing.  Additional photos of the item can be provided, as requested.  No returns accepted.

Shipping:  Domestic - USPS Ground Advantage or USPS Priority Mail (insured) - actual cost.  International - USPS First Class Mail International.  No shipping to PO Boxes or APO/FPO.