Mayan Whistle In The Form Of A Fish, 500 CE - 900 CE
Terracotta
6.7 x 12.1 x 21.3 cm
2 5/8 x 4 3/4 x 8 3/8 in
2 5/8 x 4 3/4 x 8 3/8 in
PF.3709
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This beautiful ceramic fish whistle would have been mould made, the form is perfectly symmetrical apart from a naturalistic curve in the creatures tail. The hollow form is exceptionally finely...
This beautiful ceramic fish whistle would have been mould made, the form is perfectly symmetrical apart from a naturalistic curve in the creatures tail. The hollow form is exceptionally finely made, and has the blowhole at the top, and a further opening in the fish’s mouth. The fins and eyes are appliquéd, while the scale pattern is incised, and the tail is finished with a key pattern. This amazing whistle is realistically colored with ochre, and possesses a character all of it’s own, as well as being a usable instrument. L.23cm(9IN)