Artifact Number:
00102
Object:
Hand kahili
Kahili paa lima
Material:
Feather, ivory, plant (wood)
Dimensions:
104 x 19 x 19 cm
Origin:
Hawaii, Polynesia
Comments:
This kahili paa lima is made of split multi-colored parrot feathers, ranging in color from red, black to green. White feathers fill the core of the kahili. A red and yellow brocaded papale (hat) and pau (skirt) finish the top and bottom the the feathered section. Faded red ribbon hangs from the handle, 40.5 cm in length, made of sections of coconut, wood and walrus ivory.
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