Artwork copyright Donna Fromviller. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1986.

Artwork copyright Donna Fromviller. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1986.

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 Washington State Arts Commission.

About the Artist

Native American artist Donna Fromviller (Cree) creates intricate hand-crafted beadworks.
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