HENRY MATTHEWS 1912 COMPASS SHIBAYAMA

Pyrogène Vesta Case In 925 silver and square-shaped, 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. 28.60gr gross weight. Hinged lid 1/5 4/5. Integrated compass on the front. Concave striker at the base. Side loop. Manufacturer: Henry Matthews, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1912 Hallmarks: H.M, anchor (Birmingham), lion passant, n. Marking: None Engraved: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 2607192466649251010319