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Brown glazed whistle in the form of an owl

Findspot: 
Wilburton, Cambridgeshire
Date: 
15th - 17th century
Material: 
Ceramic/Pottery
Dimensions: 
H. 7.1cm; Dia. body 3.68cm

Clay whistles were considered novelties or toys rather than serious musical instruments. Those in the shape of birds could produce a warbling sound when played by pouring a little water into the body.

Collection information

Collection: 
University of Cambridge Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology
Accession No: 
Z 16456

Exhibition details

Catalogue number: 
27

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