Kwan-de-lacy

The contrast between the deep red hue of the pipestone and the dark accents of the dragonflies creates a striking visual impact, drawing the eye to every curve and line of this exquisite piece. It is a testament to the beauty and complexity of indigenous artistry, capturing both the wisdom of age embodied by the grandmother figure and the innocence of youth represented by her youthful companion.

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 3/8" X Width 1/2" X Height 2 1/4" Donated