JOSEPH GLOSTER SHIBAYAMA

Pyrogène Vesta Case In 925 silver and rectangular in shape. Adorned on the front with applied insects in the Shibayama style — a Japanese decorative technique developed during the Edo period (1603–1868), named after Shibayama Senzo, an artist renowned for popularising this method (applied elements often crafted from amber, mother-of-pearl, coloured enamels, etc.). 23.90g. Hinged lid 1/5 4/5. Concave striker on the base. Side suspension ring. Maker: Joseph Gloster, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1902 Hallmarks: J.G, anchor (Birmingham), lion passant, c. Marking: None Signed: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 0904195366649251010319