Corn Maiden Fetish Carving by Zuni artist Gloria Chattin. Carved from Green Shell with Coral and Turquoise accents. (SORRY SOLD)

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 1.7" Wide x 2.5" High x .75" Deep