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Horseshoes
Jamie Okuma Native American
Not on view
For the foundation of this ornately beaded work, Jamie Okuma chose a pair of high-fashion boots. In this way, she refutes the stereotype that Native peoples continue to live in the past and lack sophistication. Instead, many contemporary Indians negotiate the balance between mainstream life and traditional responsibilities. The beaded boots are a reminder that some bridge the gap between these two worlds with creativity and style. The title of the work is a play on the imagery of horses beaded on the shoes.
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