Description:

Hawaiian Islands, early 20th century. Carved from heavy black basalt. Used to pound Taro roots into poi. One of the most commonly recognized stone artifacts in Hawaii and highly collectible. Size: 7"H x 4-1/4" diameter at base.

There are actually three types of poi pounders - knob, stirrup and ring. The stirrup and ring were developed on Kauai. Most theories relate this development to women's involvement in the making of poi.

Provenance: Ex-private Hawaiian collection.

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  • Condition: Well-used, but intact!

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