Pair of Antique Mexican Sterling Silver Screw-back Earrings The surface exhibits marine encrustations

The surface exhibits marine encrustations and accretions consistent with prolonged underwater burial

An uncommon and distinctive example of Preston’s work

displaying only the faintest evidence of handling and age

hand-blown glass sculptural vase modelled as a shipwrecked horn

Pair of Antique Mexican Sterling Silver Screw-back Earrings The surface exhibits marine encrustationsDating to the 1940s, this early pair of Mexican sterling silver earrings is entirely handcrafted. Each earring is fashioned with a floral motif, the sculptural petals rendered with a confident yet delicate hand. Designed to sit gracefully just beneath the earlobe, they are fitted with period brass screw back fastenings. Measurements: Approximately 2. 2cm long x 2cm wide Condition: Commensurate with age, the silver shows patination and imperfections