Twined Basketry Bowl

Siletz Tribe

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About The Artwork

This hand-made demonstration of hands over material is not refined, but it is honest in its utilization of hazel sticks and spruce roots. Fashioned nearly 90 years ago, its patina is a witness to the passing of time and yet, only two broken stitches are visible.

About The Artist

The 27 confederated tribes of Siletz are federally recognized, once inhabiting a range from northern California to southwest Washington. Approximately 4400 enrolled members were counted as of April 14, 2006. The current reservation is located along the Siletz River in the Central Oregon coast range of central Lincoln County, Oregon. Artifacts and historical documents are stored and displayed at the Siletz Tribal Cultural Center. Recommended reading includes: An Arrow in the Earth: Ganeral Joel Palmer and the Indians of Oregon by Terence O'Donnell (1991)and The Indians of Western Oregon: This Land was Theirs by Stephen Dow.

Other Works By Artist:

Cultures

American Indian

Medium

Baskets

Subject

Keywords

Siletz basket