EXOTIKON 2 Vintage TIKI & EXOTICA Auction

(1960s)* Full restaurant menu for the Chicago, IL restaurant. VG+ with light wear. 11"x14" closed.

(1990s) Full menu to the much beloved, BAHOOKA restaurant in Rosemead, California. VG+. 9.5"x14.25" closed.

(1960s) Full restaurant menu for the Rhode Island location on Narragansett Bay. VG+. 8.25"x14.75" closed.

(1960s) Graphic full restaurant menu from the Bali Hai restaurant in Long Island, New York. VG+ with some edge and corner creasing. 10.5"x14.25...

(1960s) Simply gorgeous and rare menu for the short lived Mauna Loa restaurant in Detroit, Michigan. No relation to the Mauna Loa in Mexico other than

(1950s) One of the most fabled Tiki restaurants to have existed. The Mauna Loa in Mexico City was a venue in which very little was spared in the way o

(1960s) A scarce cocktail menu from the famed LUAU restaurant in Atlanta, Georgia. VG with center fold crease. 10"x13" closed.

(1960s)* Vintage promotional banner for Trader Vic's. This piece was a staple of decor in Sven's Silverlake compound kitchen for many years!...

(1970s) These colorful panels were created by LeRoy Schmaltz for Oceanic Arts warehouse display on the ever-present indoor-outdoor hut displays. Nativ

(1970s) Wild-shaped hand painted warehouse display panel by LeRoy Schmaltz. VG+ with typical wear. 38.5"x11".

(1970s) VG+ with typical wear. 38"x12".

(1960s) This handsome piece was carved by LeRoy Schmaltz and was part of the OA catalog in the 1960s and 70s. The design is based on nautical signal f

(1990s) These accent panels were carved by LeRoy Schmaltz for the warehouse display huts. VG+ with typical wear. 42"x4", 54.75"x4&quo...

(1970s) A salvaged trim carving by LeRoy Schmaltz originally from the Oceanic Arts 2nd warehouse location. VG+ with typical wear from display. 72&qu...

(1970s) A salvaged trim carving by LeRoy Schmaltz originally from the Oceanic Arts 2nd warehouse location. VG+ with typical wear from display. 72.25...

(1970s) A salvaged trim carving by LeRoy Schmaltz originally from the Oceanic Arts 2nd warehouse location. VG+ with typical wear from display. 73.5&...

(1960s) A lovely decorative hanging panel made for a Howard Hirsch and Associates Hawaiian resort in the 1960s. These panels would usually be hung by

(1960s) Most likely a tourist souvenir item, certainly of high quality on hardwood. VG+. 8.75"x18.75".

(1960s) One of the most iconic of the mod-Oceanic Arts patterns, this highly detailed carving was used until it literally became too fragile to run in

(1960s) More incredible carving work from the master artist, LeRoy Schmaltz. These wood patterns were used for decorative trim, most likely for either

(1960) A different section of Tahitian trim than the similar piece in the previous lot. VG+ with some edge wear. 2"x15".

(1960s) Gorgeous primitive-moderne panel carving. These were produced in numbers for commercial jobs across the country. Stamped "Copyright Pan...

(1960s) Same as the previous lot without stamp. This pattern appears to be more Tahitian in style. VG+. 35.75"x9".

(1940s) A large, authentic and highly graphic PNG ancestor shield used for decor at Trader Vic's, most probably from one of the early locations....

(1950s) The next lots represent some true treasures of Poly-Pop history! These are decor salvage pieces from the mythic, MAI-KAI in Fort Lauderdale, F

(1950s) In the late 1950s, a series of these beautiful, double sided PNG war shields were created by Schmaltz-Van Oosting for the MAI-KAI's shor...

(1950s) Another piece of rare MAI-KAI remodel salvage. Photos from the period show this configuration of single-sided wall shield created by Schmaltz-

(1950s) In the late 1950s, celebrated art director and designer George Nakashima was brought into the refurb process at the MAI-KAI after the introduc

(1950s) Some edge wear and chipping. 6"x34.75".

(1950s) Some wear areas and repaired edges. 6"x31.5".

(1950s) Legendary carver, Barney West was discovered by the Thornton brothers on their many trips out West to gather decor and personnel for the MAI-K

(1960s) Plaster casting of a wall niche of Prince Rama made for the new Bangkok Room and its immediate surroundings. This room was eventually repurpos

(1960s) Same as the previous lot, this time the god, Ganesh. VG+ with some light paint and plaster chipping. 21.5"x11"x3".

(1950s)* Displayed at Musee Quai Branly Paris, published in TIKI POP page 227. A seven foot version of this unusual Tiki stood at the Luau in Beverly

(1960s) A beautiful master carving in blonde wood of a George Nakashima design for Marriott's flagship, KONA KAI Restaurant in Philadelphia, Pen...

(1950s) An early offering from Schmaltz-Van Oosting is this Samoan throwing club which hung on their wall displays for catalog reference. This was lat

(1950s) Another early Schmaltz-Van Oosting offering that continued in the OA catalog up until their final years of operation. This is a warehouse wall

(1960s) Over the years, OA offered some truly amazing, bordering on fettishy variety of specialty woods and trims. This incredible section of seemingl

(1960s) Original master carving for this unique piece from the OA catalog. This particular piece was used to create the next lot. VG+. 3.5"x11....

(1960s) Here is the casting of the previous lot's carving, this time in metal for the creation of the famous Oceanic Arts bronze door pulls. Thi...

(1970s)* These came in male and female often and were used as door handles, like at the Hale Hawaii in Torrance. Overall VG+ with typical wear and rub

(1990s) An OA classic. This figure was offered in both an "A" with phallus and "B" without phallus for the sheepish constitution...

(1970s) Here is an older carving of this tiki from the OA catalog. These were made into all types of configs including, table decor, table lamps, door

(2000s) One of the most famous of the OA '"small carvings" of the catalog." This #203 moai head was used in all types of applicat...

(1970s) This stylistic carving from Oceanic Arts is a variation of their earliest Tiki 'Mana' Surf Charms. This wall mask version was in pro...

(1980s) Another in the OA series of charms upscaled into wall masks. This pattern was run the least of the series. VG+. 4.75"x11".

(1960s) Demetrio Chavez was a star carver out of Tijuana, Mexico who worked almost exclusively for Oceanic Arts. Demetrio was enterprising in his spar

(2000s) Another knock off of an Oceanic Arts #209 HAWAIIAN WAR GOD offering which pleased Bob Van Oosting very little. A piece of Tiki history in that

(1950s)* Reduced to the eyes, nose and mouth, this Tiki is reminiscent of Salvador Dali's art. Acquired from Danny Balsz of THE TIKIS Theme Park...

(2022)* "Surf God" female Tiki from Sven's "True Tiki" line of carvings. VG+. 5"dia x 10.75".

(1960s) A nice fantasy tiki carving from the 1960s. Possible commercial decor. VG+. 6.25"x26.75".

(1960s)* A highly detailed war shield from the famous Sven Kirsten Rum Porch! Perfect for adding crossed spears for the classic trophy look. Nice weat

(1950s)* This piece of carved wooden planks was given to Sven by pre-eminent "Hawaiian Eye" researchers Kevin Kidney and Jody Daily, verif...

(1950s) A knock-dead gorgeous Tahitian pole carving salvaged from use at the world famous MAI-KAI in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Removed during the earl

(1950s) Another piece of MAI-KAI history. An early Schmaltz-Van Oosting/OA #152 Tahitian Tiki Post that was installed in the FIJI ROOM and removed dur

(1950s) This gorgeous carving was a perennial OA item and was used in the outdoor dining areas of the MAI-KAI. The posts would be used for their names

(1950s) Another OA design from the original catalog #158 Bora Bora post. This carving has a section cut out on the back of the head most probably from

(1950s) A larger post from a similar area of the last lot. Similar scuffing and cut outs for framing installation. VG. 4.75"dia x 37"

(1980s) A near perfect example of the #154 OA catalog post tiki. VG+. 5.75"dia x 40".

(1950s) A terrific Tahitian post carving salvaged from The Polynesian Room in Boston. There are railing attachment holes in four places: two above and

(1950s)* Collected by Sven Kirsten during the famous 1994 expedition to the ruins of The Tikis. Sven acquired these directly from Danny Balsz before t

(1960s) The decor made for the flagship location on Marriott's KONA KAI chain in Philadelphia is perhaps one of THE most elaborate Tiki temples ...

(1960s) The Kona Kai restaurant featured an amazing environment with waterfalls and rivers crossed by bridges with Tiki railings. Still retains railin

(1960s)* Another post by George Nakashima from the KONA KAI. This specific post was published on page 275 in TIKI POP. VG+ with typical wear and still

(1960s)* Bought at Sea & Jungle in the early 80s. Sea & Jungle in Glendale, California was Sven's first encounter with the world of Poly...

(1950s)* Unknown origin. Found in vintage store in Burbank on one of Sven's early Tiki hunts in the field. VG+ with surface wear from exposure a...

(2000s)* By Smokin' Tikis. Bought at the Original Tiki Marketplace in Garden Grove and a long time part of Sven's home decor. VG+ with typic...

(2000s)* Based on Stephen Crane-style cannibal, by Smokin' Tikis. VG+ with missing piece of the "victim's" foot. 10"dia x 59&...

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 4.25"dia x 1.25".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 3.75"x3.75"x1.25".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 4.5"x4.5"x1".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 3.5"x3.5"x1".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 4.25"x4.25"x1.25".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 4.5"dia x 1".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 4.25"x4.25"x1.25".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 4"dia x 1.25".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 4.5"dia x 1.25".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 3.25"x3.25"x1".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 5"dia x 1.75".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 3.25"x3.25"x1".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 4"dia x 1.25".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 4.5"dia x 1.25".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 4.25"dia x 1.25".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 3.75"x3.5"x1".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 3.5"x3.5"x.75".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 3.75"dia x .75".

(1960s) VG+ with minor wear. 3.75"dia x .75".

(1950s) VG+ with minor wear. 3.5"dia x 1".

(1960s) Novelty screened trophy award for Samoa Lanes Bowling Alley. VG+. 8.75"x7"x.25".

(1960s) The EL MOROCCO was a famous club in Waikiki that offered its fair share of programmatic exotic decor. This large waiting room ashtray is a nic

(1950s) A wild, figural three dimensional ashray. A cornerstone of the Populuxe era.VG+ with minor wear. 8"x10".

(1950s)* A striking graphic of a south pacific native mask formed into a modernist ashtray. Marked in sculpt. VG+ with light crazing and a small produ

(1950s)* A second by the same manufacturer of a stylized Hawaiian KU war god as a graphic ashtray. VG+ with light crazing and a small glaze chip on th

(1950s) A very early souvenir from the famous, MAI-KAI gift shop. Dating from the late 1950s to early 60s, this figural clamshell candy tray features

(1960s) Here is the earliest offering of this design by Steve Crane and Associates art director and designer, Gabriel Florian. This ashtray was used f

(1950s)* From one of the grandest Tiki temples, the Kahiki in Columbus, Ohio. Published in TIKI POP page 253. VG+ with minor wear. 6"x2.75"...

(1960s)* A rarity. Published on page 197 in TIKI POP. VG with a few small chips on rim. See pics. 3.75"x6.5"x1".

(1960s)* A nice figural KU god ashray, lending a goofy case for appropriation yet nonetheless a nice piece and representative of the whimsy applied to

(1950s)* Handsome ceramic sculpt of KU, God of War. VG+. 4"x4.5"x2.75".

(1960s) One of the most classic of the smoke glass ashtrays, this one featuring a bamboo screen background and lovely hula dancer. VG+. 5.25"x5...