This is a stunning Fine Mid-Century Sterling Choker by the renown Mexican Designer Tane Orfebres. The design of the necklace appears to be influenced by classical Egyptian themes made popular by the film “Cleopatra”. This particular piece was purchased from the Estate of Burt Lancaster.
Tane Orfebres is a renowned silver house in Mexico City. Originally a family business during the 1940's which produced leather bags, in 1953 they changed to manufacturing silver from independent silversmiths in several workshops. In the 60's and 70's they received technical help from Tiffany's. Indeed, they were known as the Tiffany's of Mexico. Their designs are unique, modernist, their pieces of the highest quality. Often hallmarked as well for the artist who produced them. This necklace is a perfect example of their work. It's a stunning necklace, with a beautiful mirror-like finish and a malachite stone inlaid in the centerpiece - which swivels up and down to rest perfectly upon the neck. The sides are hinged and also swivel to easily fit on the neck. The hinge is quite unique, fitting together with a latch on top which fold down and is quite secure. Measures a closed, wearable length of about 15". Drop in front is 2 1/4", with is 1 3/8". Very substantial weight at 125.3 grams. Signed and hallmarked "Tane Sterling Mexico", with an A inside a triangle, for the artist. In excellent vintage condition with no issues noted.
Created By: Tane Orfebres
Dimensions: Height: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
Country of Origin: Mexico
Date: Mid-20th Century
This is a stunning Fine Mid-Century Sterling Choker by the renown Mexican Designer Tane Orfebres. The design of the necklace appears to be influenced by classical Egyptian themes made popular by the film “Cleopatra”. This particular piece was purchased from the Estate of Burt Lancaster.
Tane Orfebres is a renowned silver house in Mexico City. Originally a family business during the 1940's which produced leather bags, in 1953 they changed to manufacturing silver from independent silversmiths in several workshops. In the 60's and 70's they received technical help from Tiffany's. Indeed, they were known as the Tiffany's of Mexico. Their designs are unique, modernist, their pieces of the highest quality. Often hallmarked as well for the artist who produced them. This necklace is a perfect example of their work. It's a stunning necklace, with a beautiful mirror-like finish and a malachite stone inlaid in the centerpiece - which swivels up and down to rest perfectly upon the neck. The sides are hinged and also swivel to easily fit on the neck. The hinge is quite unique, fitting together with a latch on top which fold down and is quite secure. Measures a closed, wearable length of about 15". Drop in front is 2 1/4", with is 1 3/8". Very substantial weight at 125.3 grams. Signed and hallmarked "Tane Sterling Mexico", with an A inside a triangle, for the artist. In excellent vintage condition with no issues noted.
Created By: Tane Orfebres
Dimensions: Height: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
Country of Origin: Mexico
Date: Mid-20th Century
