Basket Mosaic a Must-See in Oakland

If you’re in the East Bay, consider swinging by East Oakland to check out this stunning 12x10-foot tile mosaic by artist Susanne Takehara, of Eastside Arts Alliance. Takehara, who wanted to feature Ohlone artistry on this building facade, collaborated with Rumsen Ohlone master basket weaver Linda Yamane and the result was this beautiful representation, on a grand scale, of the intricate stitches, fine feather work, and iridescent abalone ornamentation of Yamane’s original basket.

The mosaic, installed in January 2021, is located at 1245 23rd Ave, Oakland, CA 94606. Eastside Arts Alliance office and studio is in the same building, just around the corner. Enjoy!