Whistle

MOA: University of British Columbia

2990/661

Two stop ocarina with human head decoration and one opening at his back. Elongated eyes, punched nostrils and irregular forehead. Partially burnished surface. Complete.


  • Type of Item whistle
  • Culture Moche
  • Material clay
  • Measurements height 2.0 cm, width 6.9 cm, depth 2.8 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Alan R. Sawyer, Erika H. Sawyer
  • Received from Erika H. Sawyer

  • Made in Piura

  • Creation Date between 101 BCE and 800
  • Collection Date between 1950 and 1975
  • Ownership Date before January 15, 2013
  • Acquisition Date on January 15, 2013

  • Item Classes ceramics
  • Condition fair
  • Accession Number 2990/0661