Description:

Pre-Columbian, West Mexico, Jalisco, ca. 300 BCE to 300 CE. A unique redware whistle in the form a winged, anthropomorphic figure seated atop a zoomorph with fish or bird-like characteristics. Capped with a bucket-shaped headdress, the figure bends both arms for hands to touch his stomach, while his lengthy mount presents annular eyes that double as a suspension loop, a tapered snout, and incised sides. The animal's back end serves as the mouthpiece and 3 finger holes adorn the area near its head. Size: 7.9" L x 1.8" W x 3.4" H (20.1 cm x 4.6 cm x 8.6 cm)

Provenance: ex-private Bishop Family Trust collection, the Trust of the late Bill Bishop, a noted antiquarian with shops in Scottsdale, Arizona and Allenspark, Colorado, USA, acquired before 2010

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#172899

  • Condition: Still functions as a whistle. Professionally repaired with restoration over break lines. Some minor chipping to rims of holes and raised areas. Surface wear as shown. Otherwise, very nice with light earthen deposits.

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