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Whistle, 900-1521 CE Huastec culture; Veracruz, Mexico Ceramic and pigment; 10 3/4 × 4 1/4 in…
Whistle
Whistle, 900-1521 CE Huastec culture; Veracruz, Mexico Ceramic and pigment; 10 3/4 × 4 1/4 in…
Whistle, 900-1521 CE Huastec culture; Veracruz, Mexico Ceramic and pigment; 10 3/4 × 4 1/4 in. 86.55.32 Anonymous Gift

Whistle

ClassificationsTools and Equipment-musical instruments-whistles
Culture Huastec
Date900-1521 CE
Made AtVeracruz, Mexico, Central America, North America
MediumCeramic and pigment
Dimensions10 3/4 × 4 1/4 in. (27.3 × 10.8 cm)
Credit LineAnonymous Gift
Object number86.55.32
DescriptionWhistine in the shape of a human figure, postclassic period, Huastec culture, Veracruz, Mexico. Figurine whistle with headdress, nose ring, shell necklace, and solid cylindrical leg; eyes decorated with chapapote paint.
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