Double-chamber Whistle

3D Model

A double-chambered, zoomorphic whistle in the shape of a bird standing on its feet. It has two small wing-like protrusions; a round head with a tubular, grooved beak; two small, applied balls for eyes; and a small horizontal crest with a pinched edge. The blowing nozzle is located in the beak. Air passes from one chamber to the other, producing sound as the piece is moved from side to side while blowing. Its sound is similar to that of a bird that has been heard in the highlands of Sacatepéquez, Guatemala, but has not yet been identified.

IDAEH Cultural Property No. 16.2.5.0508

www.fundacionrutamaya.org

Special thanks to the staff of La Ruta Maya Foundation for their hard work on this project.

3D model made using Artec Space Spider