Japanese, late Edo Period, Shitan wood pillar timepiece, weight driven, with traditional time scale bearing 13 movable cuneiform numerals to adjust for the varying length of the sun-lit day. C.1850.

Japanese, late Edo Period, Shitan wood pillar timepiece, weight driven, with traditional time scale bearing 13 movable cuneiform numerals to adjust for the varying length of the sun-lit day. C.1850. the wooden case has been nicely refinished. The numerals, hood latch, movement, key-drawer are original; the key is a modern replacement. Note the front plate of the balance/ verge movement is finely decorated with foliate engraving. Lead weight is a proper replacement. Ticks ok. Height 18 inches