GEORGE UNIT 1893 SHIBAYAMA

Pyrogène Vesta Case In 925 silver with an ovoid shape. 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. 17.20gr. Hinged lid 1/5 4/5 and concave striker at the base. 60g. Craftsman maker: George Unit, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1893 Hallmarks: G.U, anchor (Birmingham), t, lion passant. Marking: None Signed: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 3003190866699251010319