Large Hawaiian Poi
Large Hawaiian Poi Bowl, Umeke la'au pakaka, 19th century, probably Kou wood, with quite thick sides, used for food storage and serving poi at feasts, the exterior finished with kukui nut oil, the interior unfinished, ht. 8 1/2, wd. 17 in.
Provenance: Leo and Lillian Fortess collection, Honolulu, Hawaii.
Estimate $2,500-3,500
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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Large Hawaiian Poi Bowl, Umeke la'au pakaka, 19th century, probably Kou wood, with quite thick sides, used for food storage and serving poi at feasts, the exterior finished with kukui nut oil, the interior unfinished, ht. 8 1/2, wd. 17 in.
Provenance: Leo and Lillian Fortess collection, Honolulu, Hawaii.
Estimate $2,500-3,500
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.