Kwan-de-lacy

The intricate patterns of black dragonflies adorning their bodies add a sense of ethereal beauty and mystique to these stunning pieces of art. Each curve and contour of the stone has been expertly shaped to bring out the natural beauty of the material. The juxtaposition of the elderly grandmother figure with the youthful maiden form creates a sense of balance and harmony, symbolizing the cycle of life and the interconnectedness of generations. 

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" X Width: 1 3/4" X Height: 2 7/8" Purchased