Auction Ends: Jul 23, 2017 07:00 PM HST

Art

Authentic Vintage Tongan Kapa (Ngatu)

Item Number: 387

Estimated Value: 200 USD
Sold: 90 USD to bsedcd774

Number of Bids: 5 - Bid History

Item Description

This item is a large (approximately 64"x81") and delicate vintage Ngatu (known as Kapa in Hawaii) from Tonga. It features the Tongan Coat of Arms and a illustration of the many ships that visit Tonga. Along the side is written "This is the national flag of Tonga" (translated by a local Tongan). The three swords represent the three dynasties or lines of the kings of Tonga. It was made in 1966 when the ruling monarch was Taufa'ahau Tupou IV. The Ngatu is a barkcloth made from paper mulberry tree bark by a laborious method of stripping, pounding and decorating with natural dyes. It has some tears and wear along the folds and in one of the corners.

Item Special Note

Proceeds benefit Kona Historical Society, a 501c3 nonprofit. Winning bidder is responsible for shipping and Hawai`i State tax (4.166%). We try our best to ship items as economically as possible. Most are shipped flat rate but larger or unusually shaped items may need to be shipped priority. Winning bidder is also responsible for postal insurance if the item’s value is over $500. As with all auctions, item is sold “as is” with no refunds available.