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whistle

Anthropomorphic whistle / whistle in the shape of a man figurine made of pottery and painted. Figure wears headdress and mouthmask and holds a club in his right hand. Chest and back in black with white spotted pattern. Orange legs and red feet. Modelled loop on reverse to hang up with string.

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