WORDSWORTH & Co. 1903 SHIBAYAMA

Vesta Case In 925 silver with rectangular form. Mirror polished finish and decorated on the front with applied insects (often in amber, mother-of-pearl, colored enamels, etc.) in Shibayama style, referring to a Japanese decorative technique developed during the Edo period (1603-1868) and named after Shibayama Senzo, an artist renowned for popularizing this method. 32.20gr. Hinged lid 1/5 4/5 and concave striker at the base. High suspension ring. Artisan manufacturer: J.T Wordsworth & Co, UK. In collaboration with: None. Circa: 1903 Hallmarks: W&Co., anchor (Birmingham), lion passant, d. Marking: None Engraved: No Condition: 8 out of 10 Product reference: 2108198066649251010319