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Rosewood plaque with image of Abraham
and the night sky in brass, copper and silver; created by Talleres
Monasticos (probably c. early 1960s); about 10" x 4-7/8" x slightly over
3/4" thick; marked with Talleres Monasticos maker's mark on the reverse
and .925; some light surface wear, but in overall fine condition.
"Talleres Monasticos is the workshop of the Benedictine monks of Cuernavaca. The workshop was described as producting some exceptionally interesting semi-abstract liturgical artswork." (From Mexican Silver Trade and Hallmarks by Bille Hougart, p. 195) $125.00  to Mexican Silver
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