1860s Hawaiian Tiger Eye Wood Koa Platter Old Repairs - Mar 17, 2024 | Artemis Gallery In Co
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1860s Hawaiian Tiger Eye Wood Koa Platter Old Repairs
1860s Hawaiian Tiger Eye Wood Koa Platter Old Repairs
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Description
North Pacific, Hawaiian Islands, ca. 1860 to 1890 CE. A stunning piece of wood made of tiger-eye Koa that has been skillfully lathed into a shallow dish, the pattern virtually changing before your eyes as it moves in the light. Rounded shallow platters like this example were used in native feasts, traditionally by those of royal or at least high standing. A set of 4 butterfly ties along the top repair. Size: 11.5" Diameter (29.2 cm)

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection

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#108917
Condition
Repaired along one side with old butterfly ties as shown; a great sign of age.
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1860s Hawaiian Tiger Eye Wood Koa Platter Old Repairs

Estimate $5,000 - $7,500
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Starting Price $2,500
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Artemis Gallery

Artemis Gallery

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Louisville, CO, United States7,913 Followers
Auction Curated By
Bob Dodge
Owner/Executive Director, Antiquities & Pre-Columbian Art
Sydelle Dienstfrey
PhD. Art History, Director, Fine & Visual Arts
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