Bohemia, Broumov, Gustav Becker

WALL CLOCK WITH TWO WEIGHTS

1888-1926
Two-weight pendulum clock with a bronze engraved dial, divided with black Roman numerals for hours and pierced with two winding holes (for winding and half-hour striking), Ø 16 cm. The movement is marked on the back plate with the manufacturer`s inscription: "Gustav Becker / Freib. i. Schl. / Braunau i. Boehm.", "MEDAILLE D OR" and serial number "1848811". It is housed in a glazed case made of soft, dark-stained wood, adorned with bronze appliqués. The tympanum is missing. The bronze pendulum and weights are richly decorated with floral engravings. Original winding key included. 83x39x19 cm. Condition B. Functional, but stops after approx. 1 minute of operation – needs cleaning.