King of Hawaii, 1874–91. Kalakaua almost single-handedly restored many of the nearly extinct cultural traditions of the Hawaiian people. These included myths and legends, and the hula, which had been forbidden by the missionaries for over 70 years. Fountain pen signature, “ Kalakaua R., Aloha Nui oe,” on an off-white 6 x 3.75 card. Cloth matted and framed in koa wood (timber tree indigenous to the Hawaiian Islands), with a portrait of Kalakaua, and a name plaque, to an overall size of 16.5 x 15. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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