A&J ZIMMERMAN 1896 COMPASS SHIBAYAMA

Pyrogène Vesta Case In 925 silver with horizontal rectangular form. Adorned on the front with an integrated compass at the center and applied insects (often in amber, mother-of-pearl, colored enamels, etc.) in Shibayama style, referencing a Japanese decorative technique developed during the Edo period (1603-1868) and named after Shibayama Senzo, an artist renowned for popularizing this method. 53.70gr gross weight. Hinged lid 1/5 4/5 and concave striker at the base. Integrated compass. Maker: Arthur & John Zimmerman, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1896 Hallmarks: A&J.Z, lion passant, w, anchor (Birmingham). Marking: None Engraved: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 2510192466649251010319