Early 20th C. Hawaiian Koa Wood Bowl w/ Inscription
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Description
North Pacific, Hawaii, Hamakua District, ca. early to mid 20th century CE. An elegant carved-Koa wood bowl boasting a flat, circular base with smooth walls that rise to a gently flared, annular rim. In addition to this attractive form, the wood itself is inherently gorgeous, presenting mesmerizing grain patterns and warm lustrous patina in hues of caramel, butterscotch, chocolate brown, and espresso. The base of the lovely vessel bears a partially legible inscription reading, "Hamakua, Hawaii / Koa". A wonderful example made from wood of the flowering Acacia Koa tree. Interestingly, in the Hawaiian language, the word koa means fearless warrior. Size: 8" in diameter x 3.125" H (20.3 cm x 7.9 cm)
Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection
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#142524
Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
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#142524
Condition
Partially legible inscription on base reading, "Hamakua, Hawaii / Koa". Two stable fissures to rim and another on interior. Lightly abraded area to interior with a few nicks, commensurate with age and use. Otherwise, intact and excellent.
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Early 20th C. Hawaiian Koa Wood Bowl w/ Inscription
Estimate $900 - $1,300
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