Pima

The Pima inhabit a reservation in southern Arizona not far from Phoenix, and have always been noted for their quiet and peaceful character. They have developed a high type of basketry which contains some intricate patterns. Many of their designs represent the source of water supply in the center, with radiating geometric lines representing the winding streams. In the construction of their baskets the Pima use the tisal willow, squaw weed, skunk weed, the root of the tule, and martyina, or devil's claw. The assortment of baskets, plaques and ollas on this page represent classic Pima work from the turn of the century.