Dark Wood and Wire Antique Corkscrew native mask used to dye the lacquer

used to dye the lacquer (while the other colors have sometimes been used

Clapsticks or "clappers" are used to maintain rhythm in Aboriginal voice chants

thin forms

and easy to throw in the bag to play anywhere

It measures 14 1/2" long x 11 1/2" wide x 5 3/4" tall

Dark Wood and Wire Antique Corkscrew native mask used to dye the lacquerI have a weakness for old wooden corkscrews, and this is quite a nice one, with the wire wrapped twice all the way around the turned wood handle, with both ends twisted tightly together until about half way down. The turned dark wood handle is nicely detailed at the ends, and the whole thing is quite a pleasure to use. I believe this one dates to the very late 19th century. Great antique condition. 4" long, 3 5 8" wide x 3 4" deep.