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Philip D. Hooten of Kohala Big Island Master Tiki Carver Pieces & Information

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I purchased this small 5" tiki from eBay a few years ago. While the listing did not mention it, its foot is marked "Hooten Kohala." Of course this peaked my interest and a few hours of internet researching later I found out some information regarding this master carver from the 1960s-1970s on the Big Island. I did not see ANY mention of him on Tiki Central and thought he deserved a new topic. Any members have additional pieces or information on Philip Hooten?

Here is Philip Hooten's obituary:

Examples of some of his non-tiki carvings:

Article about his landscaping at a local school in Kohala:

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