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Whistle
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Whistle

Artist/Maker (Colombia)
Date500-1550
Mediumpottery and slip paint
DimensionsOverall: 4 x 3 3/8 x 1 7/8 in. (10.2 x 8.6 x 4.8 cm)
ClassificationsMusical Instruments
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Bischoff
Terms
    Object number84.0248.01
    On View
    Not on view
    Collections
    DescriptionThe miniature figure wears a broad nose plaque and a circular labret. The original adormnents were probably made of gold. Incised lines on the face may represent tatooing or face painting.
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