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THBPublished Sigfrido Pineda Taxco Silver Bracelet
Lot 219a
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Artemis Fine Arts
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Featuring works of art from the Ralph T. Coe Center for the Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico, a non-profit focused on promoting Indigenous Arts globally. All proceeds from the sale of these items will support future grants to Rehoming Program participants. Artemis Fine Arts info@artemisfinearts.com
Featuring works of art from the Ralph T. Coe Center for the Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico, a non-profit focused on promoting Indigenous Arts globally. All proceeds from the sale of these items will support future grants to Rehoming Program participants. Artemis Fine Arts info@artemisfinearts.com
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Sigfrido "Sigi" Pineda (Mexican, 1929-2018). Silver bracelet. Artist's mark on interior. A refined example of mid-20th century Mexican Modernist jewelry by celebrated silversmith Sigfrido "Sigi" Pineda. This hinged sterling silver bracelet, with its sleek, asymmetrical form, embodies Pineda's signature style - an elegant interplay of clean, sculptural lines and subtle three-dimensional detailing. The front features a folded silver panel revealing three domed silver spheres, a hallmark of Sigi's ability to balance geometric structure with organic softness. The secure clasp is fitted with a safety chain, and the interior bears Pineda's "SIGI TAXCO" mark, "STERLING HECHO EN MEXICO" stamp, the design number "85", and a small face hallmark. Width of band: 1.2" W (3 cm); Size: 2.75" L x 2.5" W (7 cm x 6.4 cm); interior width when open: 3.5" W (8.9 cm); interior width when closed: 2.25" W (5.7 cm); silver quality: 97.3%; weight: 87.9 grams
About the artist: Born in 1929 in the silverworking city of Taxco, Mexico, Sigfrido "Sigi" Pineda grew up surrounded by the artistry and tradition that made the town famous. At just twelve years old, he began an apprenticeship with Antonio Castillo at the renowned Los Castillo workshop, quickly mastering silversmithing techniques and design. After military service, he joined Margot de Taxco, where he oversaw and refined the enameling process that became central to her signature style.
In 1952, at only twenty-three, Sigi opened his own workshop. Departing from the Aztec and Mayan motifs favored by his predecessors, he embraced a modernist sensibility, creating jewelry that was clean-lined, dramatic, and comfortable to wear. Women were his greatest inspiration, and his designs reflected both a deep artistic sensitivity and meticulous technical skill.
Over the decades, Sigi became a leading figure in Mexican Modernism, his work instantly recognizable for its bold yet refined forms. His jewelry, often incorporating semiprecious stones and rich textures, gained international acclaim and has been exhibited in prestigious venues including the Museum of Modern Art in New York. A master designer, draftsman, and innovator, Sigi Pineda left an enduring mark on the world of silver jewelry, influencing generations of artisans. His creations remain celebrated for their timeless elegance, artistry, and unmistakable style.
Published: Penny C. Morrill and Carole A. Berk "Mexican Silver: Handwrought Jewelry & Metalwork" Revised 3rd Edition. Atglen, PA: Schiffer Publishing Ltd., 2001. Pp. 192. Ill. XIX-3.
Provenance: private Livermore, Colorado, USA collection
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#196763Some minor nicks and light surface wear, commensurate with age. Patina in areas that can be easily cleaned. Otherwise, intact, excellent, and wearable. Artist's mark stamped on interior with design number, "STERLING HECHO EN MEXICO," and a maskette mark.Condition
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