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Clara Sherman

1914 – 2010

Navajo artist

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About Clara Sherman

Lived 1914 – 2010 (aged 96). Clara Sherman was an American textile artist and weaver.

Clara Nezbah Sherman (February 18, 1914 – July 31, 2010) was a Navajo artist particularly known for her Navajo rugs. Born Nezbah Gould, her mother was of the clan, and her father was of the . She was the last surviving member of ten siblings including an adopted sister. Sherman and her siblings learned to weave as children from her family, who specialized in the craft. Clara had several children with her husband, John Sherman. Her daughters and granddaughters also learned to weave.

She played the harmonica, and could "keep a melody and bass line going at the same time."

In 2006, she was awarded the Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts by the governor of New Mexico in association with the National Endowment for the Arts. She is one of the artists whose work is available at the historic Toadlena Trading Post on New Mexico Arts' Fiber Arts Trail.

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New Mexico; Santa Fe Indian Market
Also known as
Clara Nezbah Sherman

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Clara Sherman?

Navajo artist

When was Clara Sherman born?

Clara Sherman was born on 18 February 1914 in Newcomb.

When did Clara Sherman die?

Clara Sherman died on 31 July 2010.

What was Clara Sherman's occupation?

Clara Sherman was a textile artist and weaver.

What nationality was Clara Sherman?

Clara Sherman was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Clara Sherman

· Wikidata: Q5126046

· DBpedia: Clara Sherman

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