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EXQUISITE LARGE MARQUESAN TIKI MORTAR.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 600.00 USD
EXQUISITE LARGE MARQUESAN TIKI MORTAR.
SOLD
500.00USD+ buyer's premium (115.00)
This item SOLD at 2024 Jun 29 @ 14:02UTC-7 : PDT/MST
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(1960s) One of the finest carvings we've seen to come from the Marquesas. These were imported in the 1960s and 70s in very small numbers. This particular specimen is exceptional with detailed carvings around the entire surface of the 18" tall vessel. Carvings such as this were often repurposed for commercial use. Lot #289 was repurposed into a reading lamp. Lot #444 has a similar mortar used as a commercial table lamp. Trader Vic;'s would also use these trophies for the many ceremonial activities at the various Trader Vic's locations. VG+ with minor wear. 6"dia x 18".