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Definitely not Trader Vics Tiki !!
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A gal at work that knows I collect Tiki, then again - who doesn't know at work, told me she saw these wonderful "tiki poles" in Pigeon Forge, TN - about 20 minutes from where Swanky and I live. I grilled her about this for several minutes as I'm sure you all know that non-collectors often steer you towards the Aztec, Indian or African carvings. This gal was the same one that I sent on a quest to Trader Vic's London to score some pics for me while on her vacation. I thought that might just clue her in on "what's tiki". Well, after seeming offended by my 20+ questions she said "Listen, they look like the poles that I saw at Trader Vic's London". This got my attention so today I had a rare day off during the week so I took advantage of the opportunity and went to seek out what I thought was going to be an amazing find!! This is what I went there for!!! Also found tons of floats! This color stood out to me - again, will probably check with Swanky and then go back to purchase - $30 price tag for this one. Yee-Haw & Aloha, [ Edited by: tiki_kiliki on 2003-07-30 14:59 ] |
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SugarCaddyDaddy
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TK~ I can't quite tell what the carving is, but it resembles a Witco. I, for one, can't say for sure, but... That menehune! Cool! It's even a CARVING menehune right? Is that a chisel in his hand? If you don't want it, and do go back, I'd be happy to pay you for it! |
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martiki
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That totem pole looks to be made from the masks of Mexican Wrestlers! 99% sure that tiki is a Witco. Nice find. I'm with SCD- that menehune is great. I love that he's holding a tiki. Can't tell how big that float is, but it looks like a good price if it's about 12" across. |
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