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15"Wx8"H Hamakua Koa `Umeke, aka the "Ann Tang" bowl, is a one of kind piece with 360 degree brilliant curl and shimmering chatoyance both inside and out. The piece also exhibits a two-tone palette, as it was turned to expose both sap and heartwood. Mineral oil is applied to finish the piece and highlight its natural luster.
The "Ann Tang" is aptly named in honor of Gordon's late wife, who wa
13"Wx6.5"H Hamakua Koa `Umeke, aka "Son", with matching traditional cover and finished with natural mineral oil.
WxH Hamakua Koa `Umeke, aka "Molokai Popolo", finished in natural mineral oil.
The "Molokai Popolo" (MPP) is a new form developed by Gordon in 2012 as a variation on the traditional `umeke. The defining characteristic of the MPP is its sharper and more radical curve from the widest point to the lip of the bowl; the equatorial bulge in turn, presents lower in plane, creating a more visually robust
Petal platter finished in natural mineral oil....
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