Historical Reproductions

PRE-COLOMBIAN WHISTLING POT

This large bird-shaped water whistle has 2 chambers and produces mellow chirping sounds. It is similar to drinking vessels and ceremonial whistles used in Central and South America from 600 B.C. to A.D. 1500. You can vary the pitch of the chirping sound by covering the holes near the head. Majolica style (white with hand-painted decorations). One of a kind designs. Instructions included.

(8 inches long) NOTE: Only available in limited quantities, check to see if in stock. Color: Majolica style, white with multi-colored hand painted decorations. (#PCWP)

MAYAN FUNERAL WHISTLE

An unusual double-chambered water whistle that produces an eerie soft sound simply by tilting the water in the vessel from side to side. This whistle is similar to those used during funeral processions in the Mayan culture around A.D. 1000 - 1500. One of a kind designs. Instructions included.

(10 inches long) NOTE: Only available in limited quantities, check to see if in stock. Colors: Golden brown with hand painted decorations. (#MFW)

MUFFLE FLUTE (JUMP FLUTE)

This 2 chambered flute is a reproduction of a Pre-Columbian- style vessel flute from South America made at least 500 years ago. It's exact use is unknown, but researchers speculate that it could have been used as a bird call, percussive, or ceremonial instrument. The enclosed top chamber has 4 finger holes which allows the player to play 13 notes (one octave) using different combinations. The bottom open chamber can be covered or muffled with the right hand to create different percussive effects. Instructions included.

(7 inches long) NOTE: Only available in limited quantities, check to see if in stock. Colors: Golden brown and blue. (#MF/JF)