#InternationalMuseumDay2021 one of the latest additions to @EBMuseum is this elegant clock
Jewish immigrant makers Soloman & Max Krakauer had a shop on Church Street in the early 20th century. They specialised in making clocks and jewellery.
Jewish immigrant makers Soloman & Max Krakauer had a shop on Church Street in the early 20th century. They specialised in making clocks and jewellery.
Solomon and Henrietta Krakauer emigrated from Germany to Barnsley 1891. Solomon made the finest jewellery and timepieces from his shop on Church Street, eventually moving to the grand residence of 4 Victoria Road.
Max, the Krakauer’s eldest son served in World War One against his native Germany, in the Army Medical Corp, ascending ranks from private to sergeant and awarded 3 medals.
Max’s younger brother, Arthur emigrated to New York in 1897 becoming a linen trader with links to the Barnsley trade. Max died in Kendray hospital in 1967 aged 87
He left a fortune of £2 million pounds and his wish to be buried with his ‘beloved sister’ Sissie in Leeds Jewish cemetery. The family’s legacy and epic rags to riches story is revealed in beautiful antique clocks that still appear at auction today. #InternationalMuseumDay2021
You can now visit @EBMuseum admission is free and there is no need to book ahead of your visit
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