W.008 - Pig svistulka
'Auto inspection' policeman
Painted terracotta. Red clay.
2 fingerholes
globular whistle
sound hole in lower back
88mm (h)
Russia
20th century (acquired 1996)
Terracotta children's whistles have existed from early times and have continued to be made thoughout the ages primarily simply as an amusement for the child. This one is a child's toy..... .... and what great fun at that!