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Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
May 12, 2021 10:00 AMCalender
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Hawaiian Feather Necklace, Lei hulu

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$1,875$1,500
Auction: American Indian & Ethnographic Arts - 3640BLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: May 12, 2021 10:00AM

Description:

Hawaiian Feather Necklace, Lei hulu, 19th century, made in the pani'o style, from dyed duck or chicken feathers, the construction technique is called wili paepae, with the feathers bundled and then tied to a central core, lg. 32 in.

Provenance: Leo and Lillian Fortess collection, Honolulu, Hawaii; Kepoikai collection, Wailaku, Maui.
Estimate $500-700


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