EXOTIKON 2 Vintage TIKI & EXOTICA Auction

(1980s)* Sven's first table top carving bought at Benson's in Long Beach. No doubt, at this point in the 1980s, Benson's was in somewhat...

(1960s) This fanciful Hawaiian Kanaloa figure is fully carved and stands on base. VG+ with typical wear. 14.25"x3.5".

(1960s) The use of dark, natural wood enhances the depth of this hand carved depiction of Hawaiian Warrior God, KU. Wonderful design with large, overh

(1960s) Unique carving of Kanaloa in hardwood. VG+ with typical wear. 8.25"x3.5"x4".

(1960s)* A rumpus room classic. Guaranteed to elicit guffaws when the shield is lifted. Published in the Rumpus Room chapter of TIKI MODERN, pp.151. V

(1960s) A novelty carved Hawaiian warrior who,'s true prowess is revealed once his 'shield of modesty' is removed. This is a master patt...

(1950s)* A great table top version of a larger Papua New Guinea classic. VG+. 4"x16.25"x3.5".

(1940s)* The real deal from the Sepik river. For many years, this graced Sven's den as a fine example of true native craftsmanship. Includes lab...

(1910s)* Harry's Harbor Bazaar is a venerable curio shop in the port of Hamburg, immortalized by Tom Waits as "Harry's Harbour Bizarre&...

(Early 1900s) Pair of Early 20th Century Thai/Cambodian/Burmese Ramayana Dancing Warrior Figures. Massive carved wood statues on plinth bases. Polychr

(1960s)* Ran-Su was one of several companies that offered modern primitive decor. Perfect accent to the TIKI MODERN-centric home bar! Paper label inta

(1960s) Another "primitive modern" accent decor piece featuring colored gravel and other mixed media materials. VG+. 8.5"x24".

(1950s) Primitive art for the Populuxe era. These chess-like mask wall art frames epitomize the contrasting mindset used in mid-century exotic design.

(2000s)* Moai mask by early revival carver C.C. Rider who show-carved at the Tropics hotel. VG+. 8.5"x18.5"x2".

(1940s)* Vintage modernist Gauguin style mask, prominently published in the Book of Tiki Page 185. This is the original vintage master for reproductio

(1950s)* Primitive mask sculpted from the famous Les Baxter album cover which also inspired menu covers and other uses in Tiki culture. Published in t

(1960s) A ULTRA RARE signature rendering of the famous exterior of The Waikikian resort hotel. This amazing carved wood plaque was affixed to the mid

(1956) Here is a stunning artifact salvaged from the famed, Waikikian Hotel in Honolulu. Perhaps no commercial venture of the Poly-Pop era was more in

(1956) Here is a set of three of the Waikikian shutter breezeway masks: Two "KU HEADS" and a "KANALOA HEAD" mounted on a wood bo...

(1956)* A full set of four individual shutter breezeway masks from the Waikikian: A "PNG HEAD", a "KU HEAD", a "CROSS HEAD...

(2010)* A true "altar of Tiki"! The Book of Tiki 10 Year Anniversary mug in an A-frame altar with backlit resin mosaic. This imaginative d...

(1950s)* South Seas hut lamp made with Lahaula, can be hung from the ceiling. Sven had this displayed in his living room with a central bulb, creating

(2000s)* A nice palm KU Tiki head forms the side table base of this reading lamp. The table top swings open for storage. One of a kind, created by Tik

(1970s)* Perfect for your Witco corner in your home Tiki lounge. A Witco-inspired brutalist wood and metal swag lamp. From Sven's reading den. V...

(1960s)* Extremely rare modern abstract Witco lamp, "Metal Shapes" with original burlap shade. Unique pieces like these were a favorite of...

(1950s) A stylized ceramic cast Tiki makes up this nice Hawaiian resort room lamp. These could usually found on the side reading tables in a guest roo

(1960s) One of the few iconic, large figure Tiki table lamps produced by legendary Polynesian decor manufacturer, OCEANIC ARTS. This #222 Marquesan Ti

(1950s)* This incredible, early TV furniture was the perfect accent to a tropically themed living room in the Atomic Age! An early black & white...

(1960s) A gorgeous offering from OA's early days. Bob and LeRoy got into the custom furniture business upon seeing a hole in the supply field fo...

(1960s) It doesn't get any more OA than this famous custom dining table and chair set. For decades, only privileged status gave one entrÃ&#...

(1960s) These two chairs were prepared by Oceanic Arts in the late 1960s as samples for Don the Beachcomber for one of their expansion locations. Clas

(1970s) A custom OA portable tiki bar made and used for decades in the OA LUAU RENTAL DEPARTMENT. These brutes were built for action and abuse by LeRo

(1960s) A fantastic, perfectly sized Tahitian outrigger. The solid wood canoe is wrapped in Tapa cloth and features rattan outrigger booms and float.

(1960s) Certainly one of the finest native outrigger models we have run across. The oversized rendering in Tahitian style is quite impressive. The det

(1970s)* This creative ship rendering was an accent piece in Sven's reading den. Adds a nautical touch to your home bar with this fine example ...

(1950s)* Classic mid-century wall art inspired by equally classic graphic Hawaiiana art. VG+. 10.75"x12.75" bronze, 18"x20" fram...

(2013)* By Jerome Laojia Hansel. Exhibited at the Tiki Pop exhibition at the Musee du Quai Branly in Paris in 2014. Inspired by Constantin Brancusi&...

(1960s) Gale Haner was a prolific carver in Tacoma, Washington and a contemporary of William Westenhaver. The availability of the famous cedar wood in

(1960s)* Modernist Caroline Islands goddess by Gale Haner, prolific carver of Witco-style Tikis and masks. Haner was introduced in Sven's book T...

(1960s)* This is one of the earliest offerings by William Westenhaver's WITCO. This primitive abstract female portrait profile is pictured in th...

(1960s)* One of Witco's earliest designs, part of the KAU CONTEMPORARY IDOL series. Overall VG+ with aged patina and general wear. 5.5"x14....

(1960s)* From Witco's early years when William Westenhaver experimented with abstract designs. VG with partial chipped off wood on one side. 5.5...

(1968)* From the 1968 Witco Decor catalog comes this bold, impressive wall sculpture. This is from the period when Westenhaver began to embrace his ru

(1960s)* Hippo seat, one of a series of animal stools that Witco made. Featured in many Sven photo shoots of this home. The seat was recently restored

(1960s) Impressive Witco carving incorporating two racks on either side of the body to hold your Men's Adventure and Oui magazines. Features sig...

(1960s)* Sven's first Witco mask, found in a thrift store in Hilo, Hawaii. Retains a worn Witco tag on the verso. VG+. 12"x23.5"x4.5&q...

(1960s) A bold Witco male Tiki carved stool used in a commercial bar setting. Retains the heavy base plate and rotating swivel seat hardware. VG+ with

(1960s) A second female Tiki figural carved stool from the same commercial location. VG+ with some cracking to the original Naugahyde set covering. In

(1960s)* "Female Dancer", "Male Dancer", and "Bongo Drummer". Hung in Sven's den. VG+ with typical wear. 9"x...

(1960s) The cornerstone of any Witco collection is this impressive carved fountain. Certainly one of the stars of the Witco catalog of products. Utili

(1960s) A rare and impressive piece from the 1960s Witco catalog. Two figural Tikis support a long ceremonial bowl carving hung from suspension chains

(1960s)* A rather rare Witco piece, this carving was often used in commercial settings such as seen at the Aku Tiki Inn Daytona Beach Florida. A cent

(1960s)* A classic Witco Tiki, the design was also used as a fountain in a different size. It decorated restaurants, bars and apartment buildings brin

(1960s)* One of the most iconic pieces of furniture to come out of the Witco studio. The sheer audacity of this Tiki masterpiece is a sight to behold.

(1970s)* Tiki art print by William Westenhaver of Witco fame. Obtained by Sven directly from Westenhaver at his studio. VG+. 11"x17".

(1970s)* Tiki art print by William Westenhaver of Witco fame. Obtained by Sven directly from Westenhaver at his studio. VG+. 11"x17".

(1970s)* Tiki art print by William Westenhaver of Witco fame. Obtained by Sven directly from Westenhaver at his studio. VG+. 11"x17".

(1950s) Tatami mats were a staple of Hawaiian decor with the large Japanese presence before and after World War II. This large wall hanging is screen

(1950s)* Whimsical piece of promotional art hailing the beachcomber lifestyle. Exceptional graphics. Overall VG+ with light wear. 19"x13".

(1950s) An original general travel poster from the 1950s featuring a nice Tiki carving. VG with edge tearing, chipping and some margin tape staining.

(1950s) Vibrant technicolor photo litho image of a lovely wahini amidst the bounty of the islands. VG+. 25"x39.5".

(1950s) Breathtaking photo litho image of an outrigger against the backdrop of Diamondhead on the beach at Waikiki. VG+ with a light center fold creas

(1960) The iconic vintage lithograph poster by United Airlines star illustrator, Stan Galli. One of the most highly sought of his UA work. VG+ conserv

(1970s) The 70s marketing of United Airline was spot on. A figural composite Tiki on base. VG+. 4.25"x15"x3.5".

(1970s) A wonderful composite material point-of-sale advertising figure for United Airlines. Overall VG with some surface wear and one missing section

(1970s) A glorious promotional display from United Airlines. United was "all in" in the late 1960s thru the early 1970s in both scope and ...

(1970s)* 70s mod is the mood here in this great tabletop standee for United Airlines service to Hawaii. VG+. 7.5"x26.75".

(1960s) Located in South Asia, the Eden Hashish Center was a legal hashish and ganja dispensary. Stunning imagery and color palate enhance this rare o

(1960s) Large banner photo litho poster advertising HAWAII WEEK for an in-store display by Libby's. Apparently unissued. VG+ folded. 74.5"x...

(1960s) A very fun illustration of a group carrying a bounty of goodies atop a surfboard on the way to a hukilau or clambake no doubt! Exceptional gra

(1981) More happened in Hawaii in the 70s and 80s than hula shows and sightseeing! ORIENTAL HAWAII was the cinematic masterpiece starring Mai Lin, Jad

(1964)* Original poster for the 1964 film "I AM CUBA" which contains what is said to be the best Tiki lounge scene on film, featuring the ...

(1962) An ultra rare silver gelatin studio promotional photo print of gorgeous Pacific native star of the film, Tarita Teriʻipaia. MGM kn...

(1961) A highly sought one-sheet poster for Elvis Presley's feature film, BLUE HAWAII. Certainly one of the classics, this film fired on all cyl...

(1964) Very rare concert style cardstock poster for the Hawaii Pavilion's Luau show at the 5 Volcanoes restaurant within the 1964 New York World...

(1981) These sharp graphic posters were carried by Oceanic Arts in their party rental department for years. They were first printed in the 1960s and t

(1983) Same as the previous lot, this time featuring the beach at Waikiki with Diamondhead prominent in the distance. VG+ with light wear and edge cre

(1950s) A very early New Guinea mask, most probably dating from Schmaltz-Van Oosting era including a polychrome color scheme from that period. Most as

(1960s) This "Tahitian Mask" style is among some of the earliest offerings by OA and has been out of rotation since the 1970s. A beautiful...

(1950s) A very early PNG inspired Tiki mask with polychrome treatment from the world famous MAI-KAI in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This was perhaps supp

(1980s)* "Polychromed" means multi-colored and was taken from Oceanic art book descriptions. This piece is a loose adaptation of a Hawaiia...

(1960s) Horizontal Papua New Guinea Bird God puka tile in hardwood. These novel tiles carved in wood were LeRoy Schmaltz's answer to the Chinese...

(1960s) A LeRoy Schmaltz answer to the famed ceramic Chinese screen tile used throughout the mid-century Polynesian Pop world. VG+. 9.75"x14.5&...

(1970s)* One of the popular Papua New Guinea-style pieces from the Oceanic Arts shop, used in many Tiki restaurants. This appears to be an older carvi

(1950s) This is another of the earliest patterns Schmaltz-Van Oosting created under commission by Cargoes by Carter. This is the 25" tall versi...

(1960s) Another famous OA design. Here is the master pattern carving with spindle chocks present. VG+ with typical wear. 11.5"x32.25".

(1980s) A signature #516 New Guinea mask from OA by LeRoy Schmaltz. VG+. 11.5"x18".

(1960s) Here is the master pattern carving for OA the famous #518 New Guinea Mask with horns. This master pattern retains its spindle chocks and is ma

(1990s) A very colorful polychrome treatment by LeRoy Schmaltz for the #518 mask carved with the master pattern from the previous lot. VG+ with typica

(1980s)* An Oceanic Arts classic. Used in many famous Polynesian palaces from the San Francisco Tonga Room to the Naniloa Hotel in Hawaii. Described a

(2004) A gorgeous polychrome color rendering on this famous #420 shield. Signed on the verso by LeRoy. VG+. 10"x35.75".

(2000s) This is one of the most famous OA designs and one of Bob and LeRoy's favorites. This style was used throughout the commercial Polynesian...

(1950s) Perhaps the most famous of the OA carving designs of all time. This New Guinea shield was created by LeRoy Schmaltz based on a museum specimen

(1980s) This product dates back to the early Schmaltz-Van Oosting days, initially commissioned by Cargoes by Carter. These could be found in the late

(2000s) A striking native war shield with cross handles and intricate markings. Carved signature and title on the verso. VG+.19.5"x42.5".

(2000s) Another interesting design by LeRoy Schmaltz depicting a spirit mask and turtle on a figural shield of the Lower Fly River region of Papua New

(1971-2020) Here's an interesting piece. This design was used for a very large carving done during the initial outfitting of the Polynesian Vill...

(1960s)* Hanarapi of Hawaii label. CHEST-42" LENGTH-27".

(1960s)* Hoohawaii label. VG+ with typical wear. BUST-46" WAIST-56" LENGTH-50".

(1960s)* Sears Hawaii label. VG+ with typical wear. CHEST-42" LENGTH-27".