HENRY MATTHEWS 1902 COMPASS SHIBAYAMA

Pyrogène Vesta Case In sterling silver 925 and rectangular in shape. Mirror polished smooth finish and adorned on the front with an integrated compass at the center 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. 36.50gr gross weight. Hinge 1/5 4/5 and concave striker at the base. Compass. Side suspension ring. Maker: Henry Matthews, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1902 Hallmarks: HM, anchor (Birmingham), lion passant, c. Marking: None Engraved: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 2708195366649251010319