Artwork copyright Lena Johnson. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1985.
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Artwork copyright Lena Johnson. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1985.
Round Basket (2), 1950
Lena Johnson
(American | Makah)
Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Round Basket (2) is part of a series of five colorful traditional baskets woven by Native American artist Lena Johnson.
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 Lena Johnson is affiliated with the Makah Tribe of Neah Bay, on the Olympic Peninsula in Northwestern Washington. Further biographical details are not known to us. If you can add to this information, please contact us at collections@arts.wa.gov.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Medium | Bear grass, cedar bark, raffia, and commercial dyes |
| Dimensions | 2 in x 3 in x 3 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1984.210.002 |
| 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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