Pugwis Rattle Repair Painted by Rod Smith

Painted by Rod Smith

Available Framed for $800 CAD

and his mouth grimacing

Wendy Malesku affirming the authenticity of the artwork and its place in Val Malesku's artistic legacy

blue and red forms is relieved by the upward sweep of the line between the black and red shapes

Pugwis Rattle Repair Painted by Rod SmithAlong with drums, rattles are the predominant percussion instrument used in shamanic and ceremonial contexts. Rattles appear in a variety of shapes and sizes, and are often finely carved or painted. Representations of rattles sometimes appear in art, particularly in the grasp of shamans, chiefs and dancers. Traditionally, rattles and their noises may contain magic. The sound of rattles is used to calm and tame wild dancers in some ceremonies.