Corn Maiden Fetish Carving by Zuni carver Claudia Peina. Carved from Antler with Turquoise, Coral and Black Jet accents. 

The Corn Maidens emerged with the Zunis from underworld. After a while, the Corn Maidens and the Zunis became separated, and witches destroyed the Zunis' crops. The twin sons of the Sun Father set out to find the maidens. After a long search they were found and asked to bring corn to the Zuni people, saving the Zuni from starvation. The Corn Maiden represents strength, creation, and wisdom.

Approx .6" Wide x 2.2" Tall x .5" Deep