Japanese Style Fireplace Insert From The End Of The 19th Century.

Japanese style fireplace insert from the end of the 19th century.
It consists of a clock and two vases supporting candlesticks
This set is made from three Japanese bronze vases from the Meiji period (1868-1912)
with rotating decoration, partly in relief and engraved with flying birds and flowers of blooming or budding chrysanthemums. patina of different color. Each of the three pieces has a varnished bronze base and cushioning.
The turbulent base of the pendulum presents a pair of Fô dogs each supporting a stylized stupa, its damping is topped with a dragon.
The enameled cartouches of the dial feature kanji numerals.
The small hand represents a dragon, the hour hand has probably been changed.
Japanese black ink mark on the inside of the clock vase.
The electrification of the two pots has been completely revised, switch wire and gold-coloured plug.
Each threaded rod fixing the Japanese vases to their base has been replaced.
We do not guarantee the operation of the clockwork, it will be provided with a winding key and a pendulum.
Some traces of oxidation, scratches and tiny shocks on the Japanese vases.
Maximum dimensions of the clock: height: 64 cm – width: 39 cm – depth: 21 cm.
Maximum dimensions of a vase: height: 69 cm – width: 19 cm – depth: 19 cm.
Bulbs are not supplied.