Lot #101: Ceramic "Day of the Dead" Ocarina from Mexico

Ceramic "Day of the Dead" Ocarinafrom Mexico This was crafted in the state ofTeotihuacan in Mexico. This whistle is a replica of sculpturesfound in Maya and Aztec culture. These ocarinas are known as a "whistleof death" because historians believe theywere used to help guide sacrificialvictims on their journey to the afterlife,the sacrifice of a human life was theultimate offering of blood to the gods,and the most important Maya ritualsculminated in human sacrifice. This is a hand formed head, half thepiece is "living" human, the other half askull for "death". The potter has usediron oxide (red), and manganese (white),and the grey results from burnishing theclay and firing in a wood pit kiln. There is a place at the back of thewhistle so it can be strung for anecklace. In excellent condition, no breaks,cracks, or chips .. View Images. 2 1/8" X  3"  x 2.25"
Condition: In excellent condition, no breaks, cracks, or chips .. View Images.
Measurements: 2 1/8" X 3" x 2.25"
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