Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Scalloped Bowl by Alfredo Ortega & Sons, Mexico City

A vintage Mexican sterling silver bowl by Alfredo Ortega & Sons of Mexico City, stamped 925 and finished with a distinctive deeply fluted form. The radiating scalloped border gives the bowl an elegant flower-like silhouette, while the polished silver surface reflects the quality of the workshop’s craftsmanship. Substantial in weight and decorative without being overly ornate, this is an attractive example of collectable Mexican silver.

Details

Item: Vintage Mexican sterling silver bowl
Maker: Alfredo Ortega & Sons
Origin: Mexico City, Mexico
Date / Period: Vintage, likely mid-20th century
Material: Sterling silver
Silver Purity: 925 sterling silver
Marks: Stamped 925, Ortega Mexico, eagle assay mark and production number 64193
Design: Deeply fluted bowl with a radiating scalloped rim
Diameter: Approximately 13.5 cm
Weight: 174 grams

Condition

Very good vintage condition with minor age-related surface wear and an attractive patina. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.

Historical and Collector Context

The Alfredo Ortega silver workshop was established in Mexico City in the early twentieth century and became known for well-crafted silverware combining traditional Mexican influences with European design elements. The eagle assay mark visible on this bowl is associated with Alfredo Ortega & Sons and supports its identification as Mexican sterling silver. The sculptural fluted form makes this a versatile piece for collectors of vintage Mexican silver and twentieth-century decorative arts.

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