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

and is in perfect condition

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

There is a very faint—noticeable only in certain light—ring mark (water stain) on the top of the box

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.