B523 - Antique Hawaiian outrigger 36-inch

Specification: Item B523 - 36.2L x 10.2W x 26.8H Inches (92L x 26W x 68H Cm)

Note: This is a special made to order item, delivery usually take 30-90 days.
Custom features such as name plate or different paint schemes are available for additional charges. Please contact us for details.

Price: $ 1,267.75

Description:

The Antique Hawaiian Outrigger – 36 inch is a beautifully crafted model inspired by the traditional double-hulled canoes used by the ancient Polynesians who first navigated the vast Pacific. Built entirely from solid Teak wood, this piece showcases the warm tones, natural oils, and enduring strength that make Teak one of the world’s most prized boat-building woods. Every curve of the twin hulls, the lashing details, and the upright sail is shaped and assembled by hand, capturing the simplicity, balance, and practical ingenuity of the original Hawaiian outrigger canoes. The model rests gracefully on a wooden display stand, highlighting its long, slender profile and the elegant sweep of the bow and stern. Both cultural and sculptural, it brings a sense of ocean heritage and island craftsmanship to any room—a timeless tribute to the seafaring traditions of Hawai‘i.

History:

The Hawaiian outrigger canoe holds a central place in the ancient seafaring traditions of Polynesia. Long before Western ships crossed the Pacific, Polynesian navigators traveled thousands of miles using only the stars, ocean swells, and wind patterns as their guides. The outrigger—featuring a main hull stabilized by a secondary float—was a revolutionary design that allowed these early explorers to cross open ocean with remarkable speed and stability. In Hawai‘i, the canoe became far more than a vessel: it was a symbol of community, craftsmanship, and cultural identity. Outrigger canoes were used for fishing, transportation, trade, and even competitive racing, with each part of the canoe carefully shaped from native hardwoods and assembled through traditional lashing techniques. Over the centuries, the Hawaiian outrigger evolved in both form and skill, yet it has remained an enduring icon of Pacific navigation and island heritage. Today, it stands as a reminder of the courage, ingenuity, and deep ocean knowledge of the early Polynesian voyagers who settled the Hawaiian Islands.