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Green glazed whistle in the form of a cockerel

Findspot: 
Ely, Cambridgeshire
Date: 
15th - 17th century
Material: 
Ceramic/Pottery

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: 
1910.366

Exhibition details

Catalogue number: 
28

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