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Clock · Regulator
Gustav Becker Walnut Vienna Regulator Wall Clock
This catalogued item is a 19th-century Vienna regulator wall clock attributed by the auction source to Gustav Becker, housed in a carved walnut case. The architectural case features molded upper trim, carved foliate accents, fluted pilasters, and a shaped lower bracket. The circular dial features an etched or embossed brass center, a silvered chapter ring with stylized Arabic numerals, pierced dark hands, and two winding apertures. Visible through the glazed door are suspension cords with pulleys and a long pendulum terminating in an embossed decorative circular brass bob. The auction catalog records the overall height as 46 inches.
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www.liveauctioneers.com · 0270
Clock · Regulator
Gustav Becker 'Lipizzaner Horse' Seven Day Wall Regulator Clock
The source documents an ornate wooden wall regulator clock attributed to Gustav Becker and titled as a Lipizzaner Horse model with a seven-day movement duration. The case displays prominent architectural woodwork, including ring-turned balusters, pilasters, carved moldings, and an applied sculpted human mask medallion. Directly adjacent to the circular dial sits a sculpted horse figure. The dial features an outer Arabic numeral chapter ring, openwork black hands, and a decorative metallic center.
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Clock · Regulator
Gustav Becker 19th-century walnut Vienna regulator wall clock
This catalogued lot features a 19th-century walnut Vienna regulator wall clock attributed to Gustav Becker. The dial consists of a two-piece white enamel surface enclosed by a reeded brass bezel, marked with black Roman numerals, an upper subsidiary seconds dial, and Gustav Becker's trademark anchor and crown emblem. Two brass-bushed winding apertures are visible on the dial face, fitted with ornate pierced decorative hands. The auction house reports a two-weight, eight-day movement housed in a walnut case measuring 109 cm in height with a gadrooned carved apron.
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www.the-saleroom.com · 141
Clock · Regulator
Gustav Becker late 19th-century Vienna-style walnut regulator
This late 19th-century German Vienna-style wall regulator is cased in walnut and measures 136 cm in height. The architectural case features a carved pediment topped with knopped finials and flanked by turned, fluted pilasters. The white enamel dial is marked with black Roman hour numerals and a subsidiary dial. Power is provided by a twin weight-driven movement stamped with the Gustav Becker anchor trademark. The mechanism incorporates maintaining power, a deadbeat escapement with adjustable pallets, and beat adjustment linked to a wooden rod pendulum with a brass bob.
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www.bonhams.com · 333
Clock · Regulator
Gustav Becker Gründerzeit wall regulator
This Gründerzeit wall regulator dates to circa 1890 according to source documentation, constructed with a walnut case measuring 130 by 42 by 18 centimeters. The case architecture features an arched pediment centered with a carved female mascaron, three turned upper finials, lateral turned half-columns, and panels with diamond-cut bosses. A glazed front door reveals a two-piece white enamel dial marked with Roman numerals, a minute track, and openwork black hands, bordered by a beaded brass-colored bezel. Driven by a single weight, the movement features one winding aperture, a cylindrical brass-colored weight, and a pendulum bob suspended above an enamel beat scale inscribed for retailer Boré & Berger Magdeburg. The auction house reports a rear brand stamp for Uhren-Fabrik Gustav Becker in Freiburg, Silesia.
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www.invaluable.com · 734
Clock · Regulator
Gustav Becker Regulator Clock
This regulator clock is attributed to the Uhrenfabrik Gustav Becker, based in Freiburg, Schlesien, and dates to circa 1880. The case is constructed from walnut veneer on a coniferous wood base, featuring partial dark brown glazing. It presents a rectangular, vertically oriented form, glazed on three sides, and topped by a pediment with a decorative break-arch design. The two-part enamel dial is signed and displays Roman numerals for the hours and a separate seconds indicator, accompanied by blued 'Louis V' style hands. The clock is set within a brass bezel. Internally, the mechanism includes a striking train that produces a half-hour strike on a coiled gong. The dimensions of the piece are 130 cm in height, 43 cm in width, and 18 cm in depth. The object is reported to be in functional condition at the time of the auction cataloguing.
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www.invaluable.com · 902
Clock · Cartel clock
Gustav Becker Giltwood Cartel Clock
This is a cartel wall clock attributed to the German manufacturer Gustav Becker, dating to the period between 1890 and 1900. The object features a decorative, ornate giltwood case with carved detailing. The clock face is round and convex with a cream finish, displaying Arabic numerals for the hours and minute markers at the quarter-hours. The time is indicated by two delicate, openwork filigree hands. The movement is reported to be an eight-day mechanism, featuring two winding holes on the dial, which control the timekeeping and the striking functions, respectively. Measuring 750 mm in height, 470 mm in width, and 140 mm in depth, this piece follows the design tradition of European cartel clocks characterized by elaborate wall-mounted frames intended for interior display.
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Clock · Wall clock
Gustav Becker Vienna Wall Clock
This wall clock is identified by the source as a German-made timepiece by Gustav Becker, dating to approximately 1890. It features an 8-day gong-striking movement that sounds at half-hour and hourly intervals. The case is constructed from walnut, featuring an architectural arched top pediment and ebonized turned pillars flanking the glazed section. The white enamel dial is complemented by original ornate foliate hands. The timekeeping mechanism is weight-driven, utilizing two weights visible through the glass. The clock measures 108 cm in height, 35 cm in width, and 14 cm in depth. The auction description reports that the clock is in working order and was recently serviced, noting that minor signs of age and cosmetic wear are present on the case and dial. The clock comes with a winding key.
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vintageclocks.uk · z14
Clock · Regulator
Gustav Becker double-weight Vienna regulator wall clock
This double-weight Vienna regulator wall clock, attributed to Gustav Becker, dates to circa 1880. The timepiece is housed in a wooden case constructed from light walnut, burr walnut, and kingwood, featuring quarter calamander wood turned pillars and ebonized mounts. The clock incorporates a deadbeat escapement and a maintaining power mechanism. The dial is enamel, and the movement is reported to bear a Gustav Becker stamp. The case is fully glazed to display the swinging pendulum, and the exterior is decorated with six turned finials. The clock measures 140cm in height, 36cm in width, and 16cm in depth. It is equipped with a winding key. The auction description reports the clock is in good working order, noting it exhibits slight signs of age consistent with its period. The assembly is set upon a base with a visible beat plaque.
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vintageclocks.uk · 2037