Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Oil Lamp in Chinese Style with A.W. Burner, c.1900

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Oil Lamp in Chinese Style with A.W. Burner, c.1900 Offered for sale is a Meiji period Japanese bronze oil lamp, made in the Chinese style and dating to around 1900. Cast in patinated bronze, the lamp features pierced fretwork panels and applied gilt roundels depicting stylised dragons in relief. It stands on a decorative tripod base with scroll feet and a Greek key border. Fitted with its original Belgian burner, stamped "Lampe Dite Electrique A.W. Bruxelles" to the handle and "Lampe Sans Suintement A.W. Déposé" to the font. The underside of the base has been drilled, likely with the intention of electrical conversion. There are a few dents, notably to the side of the font, and the original shade is missing. A decorative piece of Japanese export metalwork in the Chinese taste, showing wear and marks consistent with age and use. Origin: Japan Date: Circa 1900 Style: Chinese-inspired, Meiji period Materials: Patinated bronze with gilt brass mounts Height: 44 cm Condition: Wear, dents, and drilled base as noted; shade not present Burner: Original A.W. Bruxelles burner present