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Flute/Whistle

Veracruz Figural Whistle

Veracurz, Mexico
Veracruz

Terra cotta
ca. 450-650 AD

Height: 7.25 inches; Width: 4 inches

A Veracruz classic period standing woman with a single tone hole and mouthpiece at side. Excellent terra cotta figure with strong accent remains on clothing and face paint. The figure is depicted wearing a necklace, large ear spools, dress and head ornament. The head ornament is pierced in one corner, perhaps for suspension.

 

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Catalog#: HWMC