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Vivian Garner Cottrell

Cherokee Nation
Basketry

Cherokee National Treasure

Tahlequah,

Oklahoma

About the Artist

  • 4th generational Cherokee basketmaker
  • Weaving baskets for 54 years
  • Weaving materials include rivercane, honeysuckle, buckbrush, white oak, and black ash
  • Use of natural and commercial dyes
  • Award winning artist

Achievements & Awards

2025 – 20th Annual Cherokee Art Market, Best of Division, Traditional Basketry

2024 – Cherokee National Holiday Art Show, Best of Show

2023 – 50th Annual Trail of Tears Show, Best of Show

About the Work

Medium: Basketry

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