Metal whistle
Dublin Core
Title
Metal whistle
Description
A small object wind instrument that produces a shrill sound.
Creator
918
Source
craftedobjects,portugalobjects
Contributor
iain
Language
Portuguese
Type
Physical Object
Identifier
734
Alternative Title
Apito
Date Submitted
27/10/2025
Date Modified
27/10/2025
References
https://uniaodasfreguesiastondelanandufe.pt/2022/01/18/museu-terras-de-besteiros/
Extent
5cm x 3cm x 2cm
Spatial Coverage
current,40.521326,-8.032804;
Europeana
Europeana Type
TEXT
Physical Object Item Type Metadata
Material
galvanised sheet metal
Natural Cultural
Cultural
Craft
metalwork
Tool
The craftsman uses a pair of scissors to cut the galvanised sheet metal. The craftsman uses pliers to make bends in the metal and build the shape of the whistle. On the anvil, the sheet is given a curved shape with the help of a hammer, which is used to strike the sheet.
Place
Lobão da Beira, Tondela, Portugal
Material Source
Galvanised metal
Technique
tinsmithing
Function
Used for signaling and communication. Used for music, sports and traffic signaling, and also for emergency signaling.
Production Quality
Production is carried out according to demand, the artifacts are made to order.
External ID
UAVEIRO_AR_05
Citation
918, “Metal whistle,” VERAP, accessed April 2, 2026, https://culturality.museum/omeka/items/show/1866.
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