Artifact Number:
00084
Object:
Hand kahili
Kahili paa lima
Material:
Feather, ivory, shell (turtle), plant (wood)
Dimensions:
58 x 12 x 12 cm
Origin:
Hawaii, Polynesia
Comments:
This kahili paa lima is made of blue, green and yellow parrot feathers. Russet colored yarn is used to finish the feathered section. Red ribbon hangs from the handle. The handle, 18.5 cm in length, is made of turtle shell and ivory sections. The tip of the handle is made from a twisted piece of turtle shell.
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