Mictlantecuhchichtin
This exceptional piece of art called Mictlantecuhchichtin translates to death whistle. It is large life size skull made of clay and hand crafted in the traditional technique glaze and sgraffito. This piece of art was made by Artisan Master Martinez is a talented artist in Mexico who specializes in Mesoamerican replica and art. These particular death whistles were used in death rituals. They do no make the screeching sound as the smaller death whistles.
The concept of death among the Mesoamerican cultures was not that of fear, it was a clear understanding that death was part of the cycle of transition from one phase to another.
You will receive the piece pictured.
Measurements:
Front to back - 8 inches
Height- 5½ inches 2024
Product code: Mictlantecuhchichtin ~Death Whistle~ Ceremonial Altar 2024 Piece