Silver Seduction: The Art of Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda

August 10, 2008 to March 15, 2009

Experience the work of internationally renowned silversmith Antonio Pineda, one of Taxco's great innovators. Known for his bold designs and ingenious use of gemstones, Pineda’s extraordinary talent and creative vision are evident in his sensual jewelry and outstanding hollowware and tableware. The exhibition traces the evolution of Pineda’s work from the 1930s to the 1970s and highlights his important contributions to Mexican modernism as well as to the creation of a Mexican artistic national identity.