Vintage Tapa Cloth Hand Painted Tiki 1970's

Description

Unusual Tapa cloth made from bark cloth made in the islands of the Pacific Ocean. They were often given as gifts and are decorated by rubbing, stamping, stenciling, smoking or dyeing. They usually contain geometric patterns and repeated motifs. The traditional dyes are black or rust-brown color.
This cloth has been framed behind plexiglass and is in excellent condition.
This is one of the nicest I have seen. Great for the man cave or Tiki bar.
This piece measures 69" tall x 35" wide x 1.5" deep.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent condition for age .

Materials & Techniques:
Fabric, Paint, Plexiglass

Details:
Country of Origin: Unknown
Frame Type: Unframed
Art Subjects: Figure
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent condition for age .

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

35 x 69 x 1.5 in

Vintage Tapa Cloth Hand Painted Tiki 1970's

Lot 0190

Estimate $550-$980

Oct 2, 2026, 4:47 PM EDT

Starting Price

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$260

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