MAPPIN & WEBB SHIBAYAMA GOLD OCTAGONAL CARTOUCHE

Pyrogène Vesta Case In 925 silver and square in form. Adorned on the front with a 9ct gold octagonal cartouche 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. One-fifth / four-fifths hinged lid with a concave striker at the base. Side bail ring. Maker: Mappin & Webb, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1918 Hallmarks: Mn&Wb, anchor (Birmingham), lion passant, t. Marking: Mappin & Webb Ltd Signed: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 1707195366649251010249