HENRY MATTHEWS 1906 CENTIPEDE CROSSING SHIBAYAMA

Pyrogène Vesta Case In 925 silver with square form. Mirror polished smooth finish and decorated on the front with a crossing centipede 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. 33.00gr. Hinge 1/5 4/5 and concave striker at the base. Side suspension loop. Artisan maker: Henry Matthews, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1906 Hallmarks: H.M, anchor (Birmingham), lion passant, g. Marking: None Engraved: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 0401192466649251010319