HBros 1903 SHIBAYAMA CENTIPEDE

Pyrogène Vesta Case In 925 silver and rectangular form. Adorned on the front with insects and an applied centipede (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. Gilt "vermeil" satin interior of the portrait compartment. 33.70gr. Hinged lid 1/5 4/5 and striker at the base. High suspension loop. Manufacturer: Hbros, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1903 Hallmarks: HBros, anchor (Birmingham), lion passant, d. Marking: None Engraved: No Condition: 9 out of 10 Product reference: 1404192866649251010319