Object Details
Culture/People
possibly Veracruz/Gulf Coast (archaeological culture) (attributed)
Previous owner
Edward H. Merrin, Non-Indian
Donor
Edward H. Merrin, Non-Indian
Collection History
Collection history unknown; formerly in the collection of Edward H. Merrin (owner of a New York City art gallery); donated to MAI by Edward H. Merrin in 1970.
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Date created
AD 600–900 (Late Classic period)
Catalog Number
24/3352
Barcode
243352.000
Object Type
Music and Sound
Object Name
Flute
Media/Materials
Pottery
Techniques
Mold-made, modeled, appliquéd, incised
Dimensions
25 x 21 x 16.2 cm
Place
Veracruz State; Mexico
See related items
Veracruz/Gulf Coast (archaeological culture)
Music and Sound
Data Source
National Museum of the American Indian
Link to Original Record
Record ID
NMAI_259070