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This amazing piece is carved of sacred toromiro wood complete with inlaid eyes etc. It is a very rare short "Ua" or chiefs staff or scepter (it HAS NOT BEEN CUT DOWN AS THE PIECE FLARES OUT AT THE SIDES TOWARDS THE BOTTOM). Quite possibly unique due its size and form, we are dating it to sometime in the first half of the 19th century and has a pure untouched patina. Sold by Sotheby's New York on January 20, 1982 lot #51 where it sold at that time over 25 years ago for a whopping $2,200.00. Since that time it has been with a private collector here in Honolulu who was active in the 1970's and 1980's when Charlie Mack's Ancestral Arts Gallery was open here in the islands. On a metal museum mount for display that still retains the original Sotheby's tags, it is a rare fully authentic Easter Island artifact and NOT ONE OF THESE BOGUS CHILEAN FAKES that are being sold on ebay and other sources. We also will fully guarantee the piece in writing on our letter head. Measuring 25" in height, it is a magnificent museum quality object so don't let this truly unique opportunity pass you by. The piece will be shipped carefully packed by Fed Ex Ground for a cost of $18.00 in the U.S. International shipping will be by DHL for a cost of $90.00 All major credit cards accepted by fax with a signature. All sales final. Payment must be received within 7 days of auction ending. Check out my other items! Be sure to add me to your favorites list!
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