J. COLLYER 1910 CIGARETTE CASE SHIBAYAMA CENTIPEDE GILT MEDALLION

Cigarette case In sterling silver 925 and rectangular form. Mirror polished smooth finish, enhanced on the front with a gilt vermeil medallion, adorned with insects and centipedes in applied style (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. Interior also gilt vermeil. 85.00gr. Half and half lid with push-button release. Elastic bands. Maker: J. Collyer, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1910 Hallmarks: J.C Ld., anchor (Birmingham), lion passant, l (L). Markings: None Engraved: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 2311193199949251010319