Nell Lee carving

Nell Lee carving

Brasstown Carvers

John C. Campbell Folk School

Women woodworkers

Wood-carvers

Wood-carving

Brasstown Carver Nell Lee carves cats. Nell Massey Lee (1933-2020) and her sister Pearl Massey helped their father, Talmadge Massey, with carving and sandpapering his carvings before learning to carve themselves. Nell began carving in 1954, starting with napkin rings, rabbits, turtles, and ducks. Cats became Nell's favorite animal to carve. She tended to carve seasonally, balancing the craft with public work and raising a large garden each year.

Crafts 4 Photo Collection

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StillImage

72760

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Brasstown (N.C.)

Craft Revival