Japanese Works of Art - 20th May 2026

Lot 787

A MINIATURE JAPANESE SHAKU-DOKEI (PILLAR CLOCK)

Estimate £400 - £600 | Hammer £483

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Description

A MINIATURE JAPANESE SHAKU-DOKEI (PILLAR CLOCK)
EDO/MEIJI, 19TH CENTURY

Of long rectangular shape, the weight-driven movement visible at the top and embellished with reticulated floral designs, the wood frame with brass plaques inscribed with Japanese numerals at the front, a small rectangular drawer below; together with a small key, possibly associated, 23.5cm. (3)