HORTON & ALLDAY 1909 GOLD CARTOUCHE CENTIPEDE SHIBAYAMA

Pyrogène Vesta Case In 925 silver with rectangular form. Enhanced on the front with an ovoid 9ct gold cartouche, traversed by a centipede, as well as 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. Gilt "vermeil" interior. Hinged lid 1/5 4/5. Compartmentalized in two sections inside. Concave striker at the base. Side suspension ring. Maker: Horton & Allday, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1909 Hallmarks: H&A, anchor (Birmingham), lion passant, k. Marking: A. Barrett & Sons. 63 & 64 Piccadilly W. Signed: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 2008192466649251010249