JOHN ROSE BISCUIT SHIBAYAMA COMPASS

Pyrogène Vesta Case In 925 silver and rectangular "petit-beurre" biscuit form, adorned on the front with a compass integrated at the centre and applied insects (typically in amber, mother-of-pearl, coloured enamels, etc.) in the Shibayama style, referencing a Japanese decorative technique developed during the Edo period (1603–1868) and named after Shibayama Senzo, an artist renowned for popularising this method. 22.90g gross. Flap 1/5 4/5 and concave striker at the base. Integrated compass. Lateral bail. Maker: John Rose, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1905 Hallmarks: J.R, anchor (Birmingham), lion passant, f. Marking: None Signed: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 1812195366649251010319