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1981 Phil Roberts Mural Artwork on M.T.B. Twin Fin Surfboard

About the Item

1981 M.T.B. twin-fin surfboard made in 1981 by shaper Johnny Lucas. Features a double-wing round pintail shape-design with magnificent full length airbrushed wave mural masterpiece by the renowned artist, Phil Roberts. Elaborate wave mural/underwater scene airbrushed in the signature style of Phil Roberts. Signed “Roberts ‘81”. Phil Roberts was inducted into the East Coast Surfing Hall of Fame in 2016 for his contributions as an artist. He is also known for creating the perpetual Pipeline Masters trophy and annual Pipeline Masters trophy surfboards with Gerry Lopez. A rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind masterpiece by the most celebrated artist of the surfing world.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 71 in (180.34 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1981
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Haleiwa, HI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5290226828462
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