JOSEPH GLOSTER GOLD CARTOUCHE CENTIPEDE SHIBAYAMA

Pyrogène Vesta Case In 925 silver and square in form. Decorated on the front with a 9ct gold "shield" cartouche, traversed by a centipede and bearing the monogram "GR", as well as applied insects (typically in amber, mother-of-pearl, coloured enamels, etc.) in the Shibayama style, referring to a Japanese decorative technique developed during the Edo period (1603–1868) and named after Shibayama Senzo, an artist renowned for having popularised this method. 22.00g. Hinged clasp 1/5 4/5. Concave striker at the base. Side swivel ring. Maker: Joseph Gloster, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1907 Hallmarks: J.G, anchor (Birmingham), lion passant, h. Marking: None Signed: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 2910192466649251010249