Antique Japanese â€œAichken Clockmakers Unionâ€ Wall Clock

Description

This antique Japanese wall clock, likely from the early 20th century, features a wooden case adorned with intricate cast metal ornamentation depicting dragons and floral motifs. The clock face is cream-colored with Roman numerals and bears the mark "Made in Japan." A brass pendulum is visible through the open front of the case. The back of the clock features a paper label reading "Aichiken Clockmakers Union Mark." The overall style is characteristic of early Japanese horology, blending traditional Japanese aesthetics with Western clock-making techniques. This particular example appears to be a mantel or shelf clock, distinguished by its wooden housing, metal face, and exposed pendulum, which was a common feature in many antique clocks designed for domestic use. The metal decorations on the face frame display a distinctive Japanese artistic influence, with the use of dragon forms, suggesting a Meiji or early Taisho period origin. The clock is a fine example of Japanese craftsmanship from a period when they were beginning to industrialize and embrace Western mechanical advancements. The "Aichiken Clockmakers Union" mark provides provenance and suggests a level of standardized quality. Visible on the interior is a label reading "ESTABLISHED 1883 NAGOYA JAPAN MANUFACTURE OF ALL KINDS OF PENDULUM CLOCKS".

Dimensions:
Height - 18"
Width - 10"
Depth - 6"
Weight - 10 lbs

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Low Estimate: 60.00
High Estimate: 400.00
Width: 10"
Height: 18"
Weight: 10lbs
Depth: 6"

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Antique Japanese â€œAichken Clockmakers Unionâ€ Wall Clock

Lot 0107

Estimate $60-$400

May 17, 2026, 7:53 PM EDT

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