CLARCK & SEWELL 1924 SHIBAYAMA CENTIPEDE CROSSING

Vesta Case In 925 silver and rectangular shape. Mirror polished smooth finish and adorned on the front with a crossing centipede and applied insects in style (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 bearing the name of Shibayama Senzo, an artist renowned for popularizing this method. 26.70gr. Hinge 1/5 4/5 and concave striker at the base. Side bail. Maker: James Clark & John Sewell, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1924 Hallmarks: C&S, lion passant, shield (Chester), Y. Marking: None Engraved: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 1911192466649251010319