This Taino Type-1 Anthropic Cohoba Inhaler served as a tool for administering the hallucinogenic substance known as cohoba. Size: 4.75'' x 1.5'' x 1.5'' (12 x 4 x 4 cm). Its design indicates a connection to Atabey, a prominent deity in the Taino pantheon, as evidenced by various symbolic elements present. The inhaler's representation includes a squatting figure, a bulging form reminiscent of childbirth, and hands pushing against the stomach, suggesting assistance during the delivery process. The heart-shaped face commonly associates with the female gender in Taino iconography. Surrounding each port, a band of enigmatic symbols adds to the artifact's mystique.Crafted from a dense, fine-grained black stone, this inhaler exemplifies the characteristics of a Type 1 inhaler as described in "Taino Hallucinogenic Implements Inhaling the Cosmic Dust" published in 2018. Its origins can be traced to the Taino culture of the 9th to 16th centuries CE. Curated by Larry Roberts, author of "Taino Sculptures, Art of the Gods," "Taino Hallucinogenic Implements Inhaling the Cosmic Dust," and the upcoming "Taino Zemis and Other Heads of State, ReDiscovering Caribbean Art," this artifact reflects the expertise and knowledge accumulated in the field. Roberts' contributions shed light on the intricacies and significance of Taino artistic expressions.

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