Moche Molded Whistle Depicting a Warrior, 500 CE - 700 CE
Terracotta
4
PF.0638
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This press-molded whistle depicts a running warrior carrying a mace and a shield. He is splendidly arrayed and wears a fierce, determined look. Perhaps this whistle with its high-pierced shriek...
This press-molded whistle depicts a running warrior carrying a mace and a shield. He is splendidly arrayed and wears a fierce, determined look. Perhaps this whistle with its high-pierced shriek was once blown during war, adding to the din of battle and striking fear into the hearts of the enemy.
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