Early 20th Century Round Brass Box by Artist R Cervantes

The box is made of brass by R. Cervantes of Mexico. There is a picture of two horses on the lid, a big one and a smaller one. The figures of the horses are glued on the lid. The technique used for the decoration is interesting and rare, pouring molten brass onto the brass box. The details of the horses are precisely crafted. You can see the eyes, the mane, the muscles on the body. A beautiful green patina covers the brass and it has affected almost the entire surface. The bottom of the box and the sides are perfectly smooth. The lid is left untreated and this conveys a slightly worn look to the box.

Dimensions

Lenght: 8 smWidth: 6.3 smHeight: 3 sm

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Mearto's online appraisal:

Delia

Mearto specialist

June 4, 2024
Fair Market Value:
$
150
-
$
250
USD

Hi Petko, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. I believe this is bronze not brass, and the signature looks to me as though it reads "P. Cervantes" for Pedro Cervantes Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: A vintage cast bronze oval hinged box made by Pedro Cervantes, Mexico born 1933, mid 20th Century Of oval section, the hinged lid relief cast with two horses, with a leather-lined interior and verdigris patina overall. marked to the bottom. Length: 8 cm (3 1/8 inches) Width: 6.3 cm (2 1/2 inches) Height: 3 sm (1 1/18 inchesI CONDITION: appears to be in good condition with a pleasing verdigris patina overall. PROVENANCE: acquired at a street market $150-250* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.