HENRY WILLIAMSON 1919 SHIBAYAMA COMPASS CURVED LID

Pyrogène Vesta Case In 925 silver with rectangular form. Embellished on the front with an integrated off-center compass 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 bearing the name of Shibayama Senzo, an artist renowned for popularizing this method. 37.40gr gross weight. Curved 1/5 4/5 lid and concave striker at the base. Integrated compass. Missing side suspension loop. Maker: Henry Williamson Ltd, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1919 Hallmarks: H.W Ld, anchor (Birmingham), lion passant, u. Markings: None Signed: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 1511195366649251010249