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Pair Witco Tiki Island King & Queen Chess Pair Carved Wall Hanging Sculptures
$2,300per set
£1,743.72per set
€2,010.04per set
CA$3,239.18per set
A$3,592.01per set
CHF 1,887.34per set
MX$43,888.28per set
NOK 23,613.15per set
SEK 22,164.97per set
DKK 15,005.37per set
About the Item
Pair of vintage Tiki Island Style Witco aka/ Western International Trading Co. large scale King and Queen chess pieces carved wood wall hangings. Circa, 1957-1977.
They are comprised of carved wood busts surrounded by faux wood laminate and fabric border and a frame. Witco pieces were individually chainsaw carved out of beautiful wood .
In our research we discovered a 1968 Witco catalog with many of their furniture and art pieces being used in famous Tiki Bars and Lounges around the US. During that time, Tiki style took the world by storm!
These wall hangings would be a wonderful addition in an entertainment or game room, on the wall behind your Tiki bar on your Lanai, but they would also bring just the right touch of Island Tiki Style to any room in your home.
In 1958, a small importing company called Western International Trading Co. was founded in Washington State. Founders of Western International Trading Co (or Witco, as it’s more commonly known today) William Westenhaver, Robert Cookson and William’s cousin Robert Post Jr. started by importing art and mosaics from South and Central America, as well as paintings and sculptural art from lesser-known American artists. But soon, William Westenhaver suggested they make their own tropical-inspired wood carvings. By the end of 1958, after a furniture and decor show in Los Angeles, the carved wood decor was a hit across the country.
Witco reached the height of its popularity in the late 60s . In 1977 Witco closed its doors for the last time
- Creator:Witco (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 48 in (121.92 cm)Width: 13.75 in (34.93 cm)Depth: 2.63 in (6.69 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1950-1970
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Both have superficial splits. This is common age wear on Witco sculptures. One has a chip on the side, which is hard to notice. See photo.
- Seller Location:Wayne, NJ
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU945446476912
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