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New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
Seated Dignitary Effigy Whistle
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Seated Dignitary Effigy Whistle

Artist Unknown
CulturePre-Columbian | Maya
MediumCeramic
DimensionsOverall: 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm)
Credit LineGift of Dr. & Mrs. Leroy J. Pearlman
Object number85.139.1
On View
On view
DescriptionSeated dignitary effigy whistle of buff ceramic with traces of blue and white pigment. Late Classic period. Arms crossed on chest. Costume details include an ornate headdress, ear ornaments, necklace and a breech panel.