Artwork copyright Maynard Lavadour. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1985.

Artwork copyright Maynard Lavadour. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1985 (detail).

Woman's Ceremonial Dress, 1984

Maynard Lavadour
(American | Cayuse | Nez Perce, born 1960)

Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Woman's Ceremonial Dress was created by Native American artist Maynard Lavadour in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Constructed from !T!velveteen fabric, the intricate beadwork was hand-sewn by the artist. He notes that the design is inspired by old patterns from women's buckskin dresses, and that "a lot of my designs... come to me in dreams."

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 Maynard Lavadour (Cayuse and Nez Perce) creates intricate hand-crafted beadwork.