Italian Brass Two-Pillar Sliding Frame Corkscrew with Archimedean Screw, c.1890–1910

An Italian brass two-pillar sliding frame corkscrew fitted with a turned transverse handle, central steel worm and internal Archimedean screw mechanism. The design belongs to the sliding-frame mechanical family, employing a guided internal screw thread to regulate extraction pressure and maintain alignment during operation. The mechanism is advanced by rotating the turned handle, allowing the internal threaded shaft and worm assembly to travel progressively through the open pillar frame.

This form represents a mechanically refined late 19th century continental development within direct-pull corkscrew evolution and is closely associated with Italian production. The present example retains an aged brass surface with expected handling wear and oxidation consistent with age. The steel worm remains complete with good point definition and usable pitch. Structurally sound and mechanically operational. Comparable examples from this mechanical family were illustrated in Christie’s South Kensington corkscrew auctions of 6 May 1994 and 26 November 1996.

Circa: 1890–1910.

Provenance: Thomas Guenther Collection.

Height: 15.5 cm.
Handle width: 9.0 cm.
Weight: 206 g.