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Artwork copyright Donna Fromviller. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1986.
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Artwork copyright Donna Fromviller. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1986.
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Artwork copyright Donna Fromviller. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1986.
Warrior on Horse, 1985
Donna Fromviller
(American | Cree, born 1953)
Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Warrior on Horse is a hand-beaded buckskin pouch created by Cree artist Donna Fromviller in Spokane, Washington. The intricate beadwork depicts a realistic figure of a warrior on horseback and includes beads made from bone and shell.
This artwork is part of Beyond Blue Mountains, a collection that was curated by late Tlingit (Native Alaskan) artist Jim Schoppert. It presents the work of Native American artists of diverse heritage, ideas, materials, and styles. The collection takes an in-depth look at the artists’ unique voices and interpretations of tradition.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Department of Corrections.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Native American artist Donna Fromviller (Cree) creates intricate hand-crafted beadworks.
If you can add to this information, please contact us at collections@arts.wa.gov.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Medium | Beadwork on buckskin |
| Dimensions | 12 in x 12 in x 1 in (irregular dimensions) |
| ID Number | WSAC1985.012.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Washington State Arts Commission |
| Artwork Location | Washington State Arts Commission Not on display. At ArtsWA pending conservation, framing, re-siting, or return to site. |
| WA County | Thurston |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | State Agency |
| Address | 711 Capitol Way S., Suite 600 Olympia, WA 98504 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.041975, -122.901474 |
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