DEAKIN & FRANCIS 1876 SHIBAYAMA LARGE INSECTS

Pyrogene Vesta Case In sterling silver 925 with horizontal rectangular form. Mirror-polished smooth finish and adorned on the front with 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. 36.70gr. Hinge 1/5 4/5 and concave striker at the base. Maker: Deakin & Francis, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1876 Hallmarks: D&F, anchor (Birmingham), b, lion passant. Marking: The number "10". Signed: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 0712192466649251010249