Taxco silver exhibition opens at Museo Nacional de Culturas Populares

The Museo Nacional de Culturas Populares has inaugurated the exhibition ‘Plata de Taxco, legado vivo. 92.º Día del Platero’, showcasing the silversmithing traditions of Guerrero, Mexico.

The exhibition features 49 pieces, including necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and decorative items. These works include award-winning entries from the 92nd Day of the Silversmith contest held in Taxco. The collection highlights a blend of traditional and contemporary designs, incorporating motifs from flora, fauna, and pre-Hispanic culture.

Visitors can observe various technical processes such as chasing, embossing, openwork, casting, and die-stamping. The exhibition also explores the historical evolution of Taxco silver during the 20th century, specifically noting the influence of designer William Spratling in fostering local workshops where artisans developed unique creations.