THE OCEANIC ARTS: VINTAGE TIKI COLLECTION AUCTION

(1970s) United Airlines Hawaii poster featuring a lovely wahine as photographed in Paradise Park by Art Allen. Conservation mounted on linen.40"...

(1960s) A rare poster for the then, forthcoming Tahitian National Festival in July of 1961. This was acquired by Bob and LeRoy on The Big Trip and was

(1950s) A set of three period New Zealand travel tourism lithograph posters. All three acquired on The Big Trip. Unissued-Rolled.37"x25"VG+

(1951) Absolutely handsome, original travel poster advertising Calcutta, India, by Clipper – Pan American, the world’s most experien

(1960) A beautiful poster for Qantas Airlines service to Singapore. This series of strikingly graphic posters were created on commission by illustrato

(1950s) A photo lithographic image for Pan Am's service to Tokyo, Japan. Unissued-Rolled.42"x28"VG+ with minor creasing and edge wear.

(1950s) Striking poster of Pan American Airlines service to Paris, France. Unissued-Rolled.42"x28"VG+ with minor creasing and edge wear.

(1950s) Mexico National Railways poster for rail service from Mexico City to the Michoacan capital. Unissued-Rolled.36.5"x26.5"Overall VG+...

(1960s) Sales brochure for the OA outfitted apartment complex in New Mexico.9"x4" closedVG+

(1960s) Set of six (6) tableau sketches by LeRoy Schmaltz for various outdoor amenities for a Southern California Tiki apartment complex. Graphite, co

(1960s) Bold structural column tiki design and two figurals by LeRoy Schmaltz. Most probably done on scene for the building contractor. Colored pencil

(Early 1960s)18"x24"VG+ with minor wear. (Not all items pictured)

(1967) Two (2) invoice and (2) freight receipt sheets dated June 1967 for materials and artifacts for the Kona Kai Apartments in Auburn, Washington. A

(1965) A fascinating six page file copy letter to the manager of the Hawaiian Village Apartments on Gardenia, CA. The proposal is for a quotation afte

(1961) A wonderful set of blueprints for THE TIKI Apartments. One of the cheapest build outs ever as recalled by Bob and LeRoy! * Photo for reference

(Early 1960s) A set of very early OA designs by LeRoy Schmaltz for tiki apartment area decor. Colored pencil on paper. * Not all items pictured.12&q...

(Early 1960s) A set of 7 ink sketches with notes by LeRoy Schmaltz for Robert Netzley in the process of coordinating OA decor with Netzley's lan...

(Early 1960s) Marker on onion skin.9"x10.5", 8"x9"VG+

(Late 1950s) One of the earliest LeRoy designs for an apartment build out including wall treatments, room designs and lighting accents. Graphite on pa

(Early 1960s)8.5"x6" closedVG+

(Early 1960s) Set of 2 vintage color prints. Features Ed Crissman carvings.5"x7"VG+ minor creasing

(1963) Two (2) invoice receipt sheets dated June 1963 for materials and artifacts for the Shelter Island Apartments in Arcadia, CA.8"x8.5"...

(Early 1960s) Rendered in lead and colored pencil on vellum by LeRoy Schmaltz. Trimmed at top unevenly. Can be matted around or conservation mounted.1

(1963) Ozalid for a apartment development with A-frame entryway.24"x36"VG+

(1967) A rare postcard view of the glorious, Pomona Polynesia Apartments. Taken soon after the OA outfitting of the grounds.4"x6".VG+

(Late 1950s) Very early OA designs by LeRoy Schmaltz (signed) for tiki apartment area decor. Colored pencil on paper.12"x9"VG+ with minor ...

(1965-66)24"x36"VG+ with minor wear

(1961) Different angles of the complex for a build out by Mayer Construction. 4 prints.24"x36"VG+ with minor wear. (Not all items pictured)

(1962) Nice photo collection from the outfitting of The Tonga Loa Apartments job, including the entrance A-frame, the pool lanai and a nice street vie

(1960s)24"x36"VG+ with areas of light fading. (Not all items pictured)

(1970s)CHEST: 38 HEM: 38 LENGTH: 24VG+

(1970s)CHEST: 40 HEM:38 LENGTH:20 VG+

(1960s)CHEST: 34 HEM:6 LENGTH: 30 VG+

(1960s)CHEST: 44 HEM:42 LENGTH:20 VG+

(1970s)CHEST:36 HEM:36 LENGTH:23VG+

(1960s)CHEST: 42 HEM: 44 LENGTH: 54VG+

(1960s)CHEST: 40 HEM: 40 LENGTH: 20 VG+

(1970s)CHEST: 42 HEM: 38 LENGTH: 26VG+

(1970s)INFANT LARGEEX

(1970s)MEDIUMEX

(1970s)CHEST: 42 HEM: 42 LENGTH: 20 VG+

(1960s)CHEST: 38 HEM: 46 LENGTH: 40VG+

(1970s)CHEST: 48 HEM: 48 LENGTH: 20 VG+

(1960s)CHEST: 36 LENGTH: 42, CHEST: 32 HEM: 30 LENGTH: 54VG+ with small spot staining. Does not detract.

(1970s)CHEST: 50 HEM: 50 LENGTH: 29VG+

(1970s)CHEST: 44 HEM: 44 LENGTH:27VG+

(1970s) A custom OA tiki bar made and used for decades in the OA LUAU RENTAL DEPARTMENT.39"x49"x19"VG+ with typical wear

(1970s) A larger model rental bar with insert palapa umbrella. Carved floral trim details. Internal shelving.VG+ with typical wear

(1970s) A larger rental bar with beautifully carved floral details.VG+ with typical wear

(1960s) This is the hand-carved wood master pattern for the later produced fiberglass versions of the luau outrigger bowl. A rarity for sure.BOAT: 1...

(1960s) A large wood carved outrigger display bowl and stand. Features LeRoy carved prow crocodile and lizard.BOAT: 12"x72"x14", STAN...

(1970s) A famous Oceanic Arts fiberglass outrigger punch bowl with stand.32"x61"x34"VG+ with typical wear

(1960s) An elaborately carved wooden outrigger with boom. This is one of the earliest styles from the OA catalog and this type was produced for countl

(2000s) A double-boomed outrigger customized by LeRoy Schmaltz. Painted underside as well for hanging. A smaller display size than a full-sized outrig

(Early 1960s) This is the original, master pattern for this famous OA design. The war club is removable. With spindle chocks. This style was also used

(Early 1960s) This is the original, master pattern for this famous OA design tiki. OA produced this design in many sizes, covering uses as lamps, stac

(1950s) A very iconic piece of OA history. This Moai carving by LeRoy Schmaltz has been produced in many products over the years, from door handles, t

(1970s) Here is a master pattern for the famous Trader Vic's "Suffering Bastard" design. Repurposed by OA for use as lamps, stacked po...

(1960s) This detailed Hawaiian warrior carving and it's larger counterpart were early 'novelty gag' carvings produced by OA. These, like...

(1960s) This version of Hawaiian Warrior Gag Figure is the seldom seen large version. OA only produced these for one year and let’s just say,

(1957) This is one of the earliest carvings by Bob Van Oosting. Many are not aware Bob did a good deal of carving for OA in the early years. Following

(1960s) Another master pattern carving of this beautifully detailed Ku figure by LeRoy Schmaltz. Spindle chocks present.16"x4"x3.5"VG+

(1960s) A master pattern carving featured in the OA catalog. Detailed Maori figure holding a war club with tall base inscribed, "TIKI" acr...

(1960s) Certainly one of the iconic OA carvings of the past 60 years. This type was made initially for figural decor and their early 1960s side table

(1960s/80s) Here is another icon of the Poly-Pop world. These three Bora Bora Cannibals have been used in a multitude of applications and configuratio

(1960s) OA produced several versions of Dutch New Guinea war shields over the years. This 18" version was offered most commonly as a door push ...

(1960s) The Big Kahuna of door pulls, this was initially a custom created item for a restaurant in the 1960s (OA initially offered a hardwood version)

(1960s) Another famous OA design, based on the #400 "New Zealand Maori Tiki", this scaled down version was produced under custom request f...

(1990s) These figures are eco-recycling at its best. As described in the OA Book (page 159), upon the occasional client request to remove the authenti

(1990s) The same as Lot 169, three figures mounted on a carved base.7.5"x5"EX

(1960s) Carved on both sides. this is the original master pattern carving with bottom spindle chock. A gorgeous carving.48.5"x7"VG+ with t...

(1960s) A long ceremonial paddle carved in hardwood. A staple of the OA catalog. Spindle chocks present.49.5"x 8"VG+ with typical wear

(1960s) This is an incredible piece! The intricacy of the carving in this master is simply beautiful. Carved on both sides in nicely grained hardwood,

(1960s) A pair of OA war club carvings used for master patterns. The first, #307 does not have the cross-hatch design in the head of the club carved o

(1960s) Highly detailed two-sided original master pattern carving in hardwood. Spindle chock on the head.48.5x5"VG+ with typical wear

(1960s) Two sides original master carving with spindle chocks. Very detailed design.44"x8"VG+ with typical wear

(1960s) Another popular OA master pattern carving. These were all based on specimens Bob and LeRoy either encountered in the field or in their book re

(1960s) This is an incredible piece! The intricacy of the carving in this master is simply beautiful. Carved on both sides in nicely grained hardwood,

(1960) Here is a rarity. This original master carving was created by Cass Carving of Los Angeles based on designs by George Nakashima for Googie archi

(1960s) A highly detailed war club of the Marquesas. Carved on both sides and most impressive in person. Many early Tiki Era restaurants used this pat

(1950s)12"x9"VG+ with light pencil marks on the back on one

(1950s).12"x9"VG+ with light pencil marks on the back on one

(1960).7"x4.25"VG+

(1950s).6"x9"VG+

(1960s) Die cut Moai menu, promotional folder, drink tent sign and standard menu9.5"x4.5" to 12.5"x9.5"Overall VG+ Pen inscripti...

(1950s)12.5"x9"Overall VG+ pin holes

(1950s)9"x6"VG+

(1950s)13.25"x10.5"Overall VG with some tears, worn corners, menu and pages have seperated. Currently held with archival tape.

(1960s)9.5"x6.25"EX

(1960s)5.75"x9"VG with vertical fold crease

-19616.5"x4.75"VG+ with minor wear

(1960s) Mishima's, Dobb's House, Bali Hai-Shelter Island and Langermans Luau Take Out MenusMixed sizesVG+ to VG with minor wear and chipping

(1960s)5.5"x4.75"EX

(1950s)8"x5"EX

(1960s)8.5"x5.25"VG+

(1973).7.5"x4.5"EX

(1950s)11"x12"VG with small tears, discoloration and pin hole at top

(1950s) A very rare menu from the Lake Tahoe Kon Tiki. Condition is well used but the only specimen of this menu we've run across.14"x11&qu...

(1960s-1972)7"x4.5", 17"x11"EX/VG+ with minor wear and toning

(1960s)13"x9.5"VG+ with minor wear