Rare 19th C. Hawaiian Koa Wood Lidded Umeke - Aug 04, 2023 | Artemis Gallery In Co
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Rare 19th C. Hawaiian Koa Wood Lidded Umeke

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Rare 19th C. Hawaiian Koa Wood Lidded Umeke
Rare 19th C. Hawaiian Koa Wood Lidded Umeke
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North Pacific, Hawaiian islands, ca. 19th century CE. A beautiful koa wood bowl of broad, circular form with a low foot and smoothly polished walls. The interior is carved out in a uniform fashion and textured from years of use, and the form-fitting lid resting above exhibits an expertly carved bullseye centered by a knob handle. Craquelure across the surfaces is indicative of its age and beauty, making this vessel a fine example of Hawaiian artistry! Size (w/ lid): 8.375" Diameter x 3.75" H (21.3 cm x 9.5 cm)

Please note this item falls under the Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony Act and is not eligible for international shipping. Native American, Alaska Native, & Native Hawaiian objects are only eligible to ship within the United States.

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection, acquired from 2000 to 2010; ex-Skinners auctions

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Condition
Stable hairline fissures in several areas, with light abrasions, otherwise intact and excellent. Wonderful patina and craquelure. Previous inventory labels beneath base.
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Rare 19th C. Hawaiian Koa Wood Lidded Umeke

Estimate $6,000 - $9,000
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Starting Price $3,000
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