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Chokwe

Double-Headed Whistle

Chokwe, Early 20th century

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Chokwe

Double-Headed Whistle

Chokwe, Early 20th century

Physical Qualities Ivory, 2 15/16 × 1 1/8 × 1 5/16 in. (7.5 × 2.8 × 3.4 cm.)
Credit Line Gift of Gilbert and Jean Jackson, Washington, D.C.
Object Number 1986.132

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