JOSEPH GLOSTER GOLD OVAL CARTOUCHE SHIBAYAMA

Pyrogène Vesta Case In 925 silver and rectangular in form. Adorned on the front with a 9ct gold oval cartouche as well as applied insects (often 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 having popularised this method. 40.40g. Hinged flap 1/5 4/5. Concave striker at the base. Side bail ring. Maker: Joseph Gloster, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1911 Hallmarks: J.G, anchor (Birmingham), lion passant, m. Marking: None Signed: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 0709192466649251010249