San-chez

The corn maiden, carved from the deep blue lapis stone with black eyes that seem to pierce your very soul and a mother of pearl face that emanates an ethereal glow, stands as a symbol of ancient wisdom and reverence. This exquisite piece of artistry embodies the essence of fertility, abundance, and nourishment. As you gaze upon the mesmerizing beauty of the corn maiden, you can almost feel her powerful presence and hear whispers of generations past speaking through her timeless form. She is a reminder of the interconnectedness between humanity and nature, urging us to honor and respect the gifts that Mother Earth provides us with every season.

Corn Maiden (A:dow e:washdok'i): In the Zuni Pueblo the three stages of woman are recognized as:

• Maiden, symbolizing potential
• Mother, the life giver
• Grandmother, the wise elder

Usually the maiden fetish will be emerging from corn (the corn maiden) or she will have whorls of hair on the side of her head, signifying that she has not had a child. The mother fetish also can be emerging from the corn (the corn mother) and she will have children with her or look pregnant. The grandmother usually has a shawl over her head and no corn represented on her body.

Dimensions: Length 1 1/8" X Width 1 1/4" X Height 1 3/8" Purchased