Traditional Black Forest Cuckoo Clock

This is a classic 'Bird and Leaves' style Black Forest cuckoo clock, likely of German origin, dating from the mid-to-late 20th century. The case is constructed from hand-carved linden wood with a dark walnut-stained finish. The architectural design features a gabled 'chalet' roof topped by a cresting bird with outspread wings. Five distinct maple-style leaves are carved around the clock face, with two additional birds perched at the bottom. The clock face is dark with applied Roman numerals and ornate white-finished hands, providing high contrast for legibility. Below the case, two cast-iron weights in the traditional pinecone shape are suspended by metal chains, which drive the mechanical movement. A cuckoo bird aperture is visible behind a small door at the peak of the case. The carving displays deep relief and crisp detailing typical of artisanal craftsmanship. The condition appears fair to good; there is a visible layer of surface dust and slight darkening of the wood patina, but the carvings appear intact without obvious losses. One chain hangs significantly longer than the other, suggesting the clock is either currently running or requires winding. The overall construction reflects the traditional folk-art style of the Triberg or Neustadt regions of Germany.