THE OCEANIC ARTS: VINTAGE TIKI COLLECTION AUCTION

(1969) Exterior, interior and overhead plot views of the elaborate, TUR MAI KAI in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Graphite on vellum. Initialed by LeRoy Schmalt

(1969) More original drawings of decor of the TUR MAI KAI in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Graphite on vellum. Initialed by LeRoy Schmaltz in the data key.24...

(1969) A mixed group of color exploratory renderings of various interior rooms of the TUR MAI KAI. One of which includes a very similar Moai Fireplace

(1969) A impressive and colorful concept rendering of a foyer area with hanging outrigger and wall carvings. Pen and marker on vellum. OA production s

(1978) Nice set of blueprint plans and entrance rendering print of Del Webb's Sahara.1: 24"x36", 3: 30"x42".VG+ with typical...

(1966) A historical set of plans from the ultra-mod Plaza Inn Polynesian restaurant in Kansas City. Blueprints of plans and dimensional renderings wit

(1973) In the 1970s, Don the Beachcomber Corporation was pumping millions of dollars into upgrade and location expansions with the hope of triggering

(1970) Another ornate Don the Beachcomber build out, this time in San Diego. The blueprint plans here utilize decor elements from the OA catalog and a

(1970) More interiors, this time of the Honolulu location.24"x36" each.VG+ with typical wear and creasing.

(1950s) This Maori tiki figure has been a staple of the OA catalog since its inception as Schmaltz-Van Oosting. OA offered a large format version of t

(Early 1960s) A handsome figural master pattern carving, this style mainly used as door pulls. Spindle chocks present.11.75"x3".VG+ with t...

(Early 1960s)11.5"x2.75".VG+ with typical wear.

(Early 1960s) Another treasure from the Oceanic Arts Master Pattern Archive. This figure has been used for everything from stand alone decor, door pul

(Early 1960s) A highly refined carving by LeRoy Schmaltz of a Maori Warrior replete with facial tattoos and knife. Carved standing on a post base. The

(1960s) A seated drummer tiki with large headdress, drum and plinth base.10"x4"x4.5."VG+ with typical wear.

(1960s) A table size figural carving of a Marquesan tiki with headdress. Spindle chocks present.9"x3".VG+ with typical wear.

(Early 1960s) An early OA carving of a Maori Warrior tiki. This particular carving was the basis for both door pulls and table lamps for Trader Vic&...

(1970s) A set of three carvings by LeRoy Schmaltz. A pair of Tahitian Janus poles and a Happy Cannibal. These nice hardwood carvings are painted with

(1990s) A set of small, classic figural tikis carved by LeRoy Schmaltz out of a hard foam material and painted.A-8.5"x3.5", B-10"x3.5...

(1990s) A famous LeRoy "amputated phallus" repurposed as an OA talisman figure mounted on a carved base.9"x3.5".VG+ with typical...

(1950s) A nicely carved Moai tiki table lighter.4.5"x2.25".VG+ with typical wear.

(1960s) A handsomely carved model of an outrigger canoe with rigging. Made of a lightweight wood. Delicate.5.5"x23"x17".VG+ with typi...

(Early 1960s) Detailed carving on both sides of this hardwood recreation of a museum specimen. This is the OA Warehouse Showroom Sample.27"x11....

(1960s) This Trobriand Islands New Guinea tiki figure is based on a specimen encountered by Bob and LeRoy on The Big Trip. OA offered several variatio

(1960s) A rare master carving of a pattern that has been out of rotation from the OA catalog for many years. Spindle chocks present.40"x9.25&qu...

(1960s) A master carving of a perennial OA catalog tiki. This figure can be seen on the walls of some of the most beloved Tiki Temples in Poly-Pop his

(1960s) Another OA staple master pattern carving. This one of a female ancestral tiki. Spindle chocks present.31.5"x9.25".VG+ with typical...

(1950s) A very early Schmaltz-Van Oosting figure, initially commissioned by Cargioes by Carter. These could be found in the late 1950s at The MAI-KAI

(1960s) Two OA warehouse wall samples: The first a Tahitian Spear carving with polychrome paint scheme and a gorgeous, multi-wood inlay canoe paddle.

(1960s) Carving on both sides and created by Cass Carving of Los Angeles.45"x9".VG+ with typical wear.(Not all items pictured)

(1960s) Fully carved on both sides, also by Cass Carving.41"x8".VG+ with typical wear.

(1960s) A Fijian War Club sample with detailed cross-grid pattern and abalone shell inlay on both sides.41"x11".VG+ with typical wear.

(1960s) Short war club carved on both sides. This style has been dormant for decades.19.5"x4".VG+ with typical wear.

(1960s) OA master pattern, carved on both sides. Spindle chocks present.29.5"x4.5".VG+ with typical wear.

(1960s) OA warehouse showroom sample, carved on both sides.28"x5".VG+ with typical wear.

(1960s) Another Cass Carving master, carved on both sides.30"x8".VG+ with typical wear.(Not all items pictured)

(1960s) OA master pattern, carved on both sides. Spindle chocks present.31.5"x5.5".VG+ with typical wear.

(1960s) OA warehouse showroom sample, carved on both sides. This nice design has been out of rotation for many years.30"x9".VG+ with typic...

(1960s) A showstopping, double sided Marquesan Ceremonial War Axe Handle. The detail on this piece is truly lovely. These handles would be fitted with

(1960s) An incredible OA piece of art. This Tahitian Paddle features fine details and is carved on both sides. Some repairs. Spindle chocks present.49

(1958).3.5"x5.5".VG+.

(1950s).3.5"x5.5".VG+.

(1950s).5"x12".GOOD with center fold crease.

(1950s).13.75"x10" closed.VG+ with minor wear, edge chipped, light toning.

(1950s).16.25"x7.25".VG+.

(1950s).11"x8.5".VG+.

(1966).8.5"X9" closed.VG+.

(1963).16"x11".Overall VG+ Stress tears and bottom corner chipped.

(1959).11.75"x8.5".VG+.

(1955) opening year menu for the Beverly Hills location.12.5"x9.25".VG+.