Crocodile Rattle, 8th century, Mexico, Mesoamerica, Maya, Ceramic, H. 2 x W. 3 3/8 x D. 7 3/8 in. ( x x ), Ceramics

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Crocodile Rattle, 8th century, Mexico, Mesoamerica, Maya, Ceramic, H. 2 x W. 3 3/8 x D. 7 3/8 in. ( x x ), Ceramics-Musical Instruments, This zoomorphic ceramic figure has been hand-modeled into the form of a crocodile. It functions as both a whistle—air holes appear in front of the animal's rear legs on its underside, and an air vent is found underneath its neck—and a rattle—clay pellets are inside the front half of the figure

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Size: 3620px × 2898px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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