Description:

Polynesia, Hawaii, ca. 19th century CE. A trio of lovely canes / walking sticks, each hand carved from koa, a tropical hardwood whose carvings make up some of the most important Hawaiian antiques. Each cane has a different elegant form - one with a traditional curved crook, another with a bird-like beak as a handle, and the third a long, thin column that widens at its top. All are displayed together in a custom stand and all have warm, honey-colored patina. Size of largest (avian headed): 2.6" W x 36.85" H (6.6 cm x 93.6 cm); 37.5" H (95.2 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-Aguttes Paris, France, April 2017, lot 319

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Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.

#154548

  • Condition: All have light wear commensurate with age and rich patina.

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