Each Zuni carver has his or her own individual style and preference for material. Derrick Kaamassee carves antler almost exclusively and with a great deal of detail. His work, such as this intricate Zuni corn maiden, is remarkable. Considering the time, talent, risk of breakage when carved and the commitment near perfection, this Derrick Kaamassee corn maiden is great bargain, especially when it can be purchased through our ZuniLink Collector's Club deferred payment plan.

We have been told that corn maidens are very important to Zuni people. The attachment is attributed to legendary activity by corn maiden spirits to deter “witches who came to Zuni to steal their life sustaining corn.