Zemanek-Münster

Ocarina

Colombia, Tairona
not available anymore
Provenance
Dick Meijer, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Size
H: 14 cm
H: 5.5 inch

Description

cay, greyish brown patina, remains of pigments, in form of a seated male figure with abundant head and facial adornment, bulging left cheek (seems to be chewing something), three circular drillings on each side, a recatngular one at the back, min. dam., slight traces of abrasion;
the ocarina is an ancient flute-like wind instrument. Variations do exist, but a typical ocarina is an enclosed space with four to twelve finger holes and a mouthpiece that projects from the body. It is often ceramic, but other materials may also be used, such as wood, glass, clay, and metal.


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