Dramatic LARGE Antique FIJI KAVA BOWL Six Legs Start Price USD 135.00 Current Price USD 135.00 Time Left - Bid Count 1 Buy It Now Price USD 450.00 Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, June 30, 2008 End Time Thursday, July 10, 2008 Location sunny florida See more about 'Dramatic LARGE Antique FIJI KAVA BOWL Six Legs' Description tuxedozen store Dramatic LARGE Antique FIJI KAVA BOWL Six Legs Description:PLEASE READ THE COMPLETE DESCRIPTION IN THIS LISTING, SEE ALL PHOTOS, AND READ ALL INFORMATION REGARDING MY AUCTIONS BEFORE BIDDING.  THANK YOU!!This is a large and beautiful Kava bowl, most likely Fijian, though similar bowls are found in Tonga and Samoa.  It measures 18  1/4" to 18 3/8" in diameter and stands 8 1/2" high, which is higher than typical bowls of this size.  There is a lug handle with a pierced hole for hanging.   The interior of the bowl is very dark, with remnants of Kava bloom, so it clearly was utilized for kava ceremonies.  The legs and bottom are darkened, but do not have the heavy patina of the interior.  The legs are tapered, and the lip is nicely shaped, becoming quite thin at the edge.  Adze marks are evident on the legs and bottom of the bowl.  Condition:  there is a break, which has been badly reglued, and two cracks extend into the body of the bowl from this repaired area.  There is also a reglued edge, and some minor chips along lip of bowl;  needs professional restoration to properly repair break and stabilize cracks.  Numerous photos are included, showing details of patina, break, surface, etc. (supersizing the images makes details clearer).  It is always hard to date these bowls without a clear provenance, but this one is definitely early 20th century, possibly 19th. This is a very fine Kava bowl, with beautiful proportions and scale, and would enhance any good collection of Oceanic, Polynesia, Tribal arts.  Please email any questions and be sure to check my other listings for more interesting antiques, art, and unusual items.Thank you for your interest.Most items that we sell are antique, vintage, or collectible, and are therefore subject to wear and usage;  as condition is a subjective assessment, please read descriptions carefully and view all photos.  Any questions regarding condition, age, or whatever, should be emailed prior to bidding.  We do not divulge reserves, nor do we end auctions early.  Please never hesitate to email any questions, and we will answer as promptly as possible.International bidders are welcome, with payment to be made in US funds from US institution, by check or money order,.......NO PAYPAL.  All international purchases will be accompanied by an accurate customs form.A note about feedback:  As a seller, I will leave feedback after you have received the item, are satisfied with the transaction, and have left feedback for me.  As this information is important for other buyers and is a record of trustworthy and professional behavior, please be sure to follow through on this final aspect of your purchase.  Thank you..... Place a Bid!