A Hawaiian Koa Wood Bowl
Sale 1246 - Pre-Columbian & Ethnographic Art
Oct 12, 2023
10:00AM CT
Online / Chicago
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$2,268
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Lot Description
A Hawaiian Koa Wood Bowl
Circa 19th Century A.D.
Height 9 1/2 inches (24.1 cm).
Property from the Estate of Alexander Brody, Honolulu, Hawaii
Condition Report
Inspected under UV light and 10x loupe. Old butterfly repairs present. Some minor surface scratches and dents not affecting overall stability. Generally shiny exterior patination with fine dark interior where hollowed out by hand. Overall in fine and attractive condition with choice sections of koa wood grain throughout. See additional images. Rim diameter 13 7/8 inches (35.24 cm).
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