A & J ZIMMERMAN 1922 SHIBAYAMA CROSSING CENTIPEDE

Vesta Case In 925 silver with rectangular form. Mirror-polished smooth finish and adorned on the front with a crossing centipede and applied insects (often in amber, mother-of-pearl, colored enamels, etc.) in Shibayama style, referring to a Japanese decorative technique developed during the Edo period (1603-1868) and named after Shibayama Senzo, an artist renowned for popularizing this method. 33.50gr. Spring 1/5 4/5 and concave striker at the base. Artisan maker: Arthur & John Zimmerman, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1922 Hallmarks: A&J.Z, anchor (Birmingham), lion passant, x. Marking: The figure "5". Signed: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 2911198266649251010319