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DepartmentHispano

Metraca

NameNoise maker
Artist Artist Not Recorded
Place collectedNew Mexico, United States, North America
Mediumwood, metal
DimensionsOverall: 7 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 1 3/4 in. (19.05 x 8.89 x 4.445 cm)
Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, Gift of the Historical Society of New Mexico, A5.2000.41
Object numberA5.2000.41
DescriptionTwo side pieces joined top and bottom. Ratchet affixed 1 3/4" from top by 1/4" dowel protruding out one side. 5 1/2" clacker nailed (5) into bottom piece and also nailed (2) shut from side pieces.
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