Mexican folk art painted terracotta alebrije figural whistle from Ocumicho, Michoacan. Called 'the strangest pottery in Mexico', Ocumicho is more known for devil figures than for the fantastic beasts called alebrijes. This one features big pointed ears, a human nose, large curved tusks, hoofed feet, a mane, and a fish tail. The mouthpiece on its haunch gives out a clear loud whistle. Unsigned; possibly Marcelino Vicente Mulato. Approx. 10 1/2" H.