Ocarina in the Shape of a Kinkajou, Incised ceramic with pigment, Castillo engraved, × cm (4 1/2 × 6 in.), This kinkajou is shown doing what it does best: hanging. It uses its tail here as it would the limb of a tree. The pose makes the figure easy to hold and use as an ocarina (whistle). The hip and shoulder joints, as well as its flanks, have tone holes. The mouthpiece projects from the center of its back. The kinkajou, also called the honey bear, is a member of the raccoon family., Made in Costa Rica, Costa Rica, Carrillo, Nicoya, 13th–16th century, Musical Instruments

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License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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