Clean it like you would a modern gun. Use Hoppes #9 to soften the goo and then wipe it down. More Hoppes and then go after the hard to get to places, use a toothpick to get the crud out of the tight places being careful not to leave any scratches (wood should not harm the metal).
Looking at the wood, one side looks good and the other looks dirty. Did it spend years hanging on a wall with one side protected? You can use a soft cloth and furniture wood cleaner, like Murphy's Soap, to clean it up. Whatever you use, make sure its mild and don't get too aggressive; just remove the dirt & grime and not the original finish.
If you search this forum for threads on cleaning up a gun you will find several with more information. Try a search for "hoppes" or "soap" and you will find good information I am sure.
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