The third human figure, found on a black and white bowl from a
Mimbres ruin, is duplicated by another of the same general character
depicted on the opposite side of the bowl. These figures (fig. 14) are
evidently naked men with bands of white across the faces. The eyes are
represented in the Egyptian fashion. In one hand each figure holds a
tube, evidently a cloud-blower or a pipe, with feathers attached to
one extremity, and in the other hand each carries a triangular object
resembling a Hopi rattle or tinkler. The posture of these figures
suggest sitting or squatting, but the objects in the extended left hand
would indicate dancing. The figure is identified as a man performing a
ceremonial smoke which accompanies ceremonial rites.