akara-shaped Pendant, goldsmith, anonymous 1600 Goa India rock crystal, gold, sapphire, ruby, 8cm × × goldsmith: anonymous ( This pendant is actually a little whistle: a channel runs through the middle of the creature’s mouth which connects to a notch in the stomach. A whistling noise is created by blowing into the mouth of the water creature (makara). This object, however, was intented primarily as an ornament and was inspired by European whistles made of precious metal that were used by admirals and other naval officers.)

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Size: 5197px × 3543px
Location: ASIA
Photo credit: © Peter Horree / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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