1940's vintage William Spratling Silver "Vindobonesis" Bracelet

Dimensions: 7-1/2" interior circumference; 1-1/16" wide; 111.9 grams

Marks: WS print, TAXCO, 980

Condition: silver surface lightly worn; silver has a nice patina; pin closure properly attached

Price - $1,200

Item #4394

Reference: Mexican Silver by Morrill & Berk, p.43

This bracelet is from Spratling's first design phase. The heavily carved links are joined together with links of either one or 2 balls. The carved designs are evocative of pre-Columbian motifs typical for this period.

It's a great example of Spratling's early work.