Kaamassee
Zuni Derrick Kaamassee corn maiden fetish carving in antler. 3" x 1 #SW71C"
$230.00
This antler carving of a corn maiden was created by Derrick Kaamassee, Zuni.
A smaller maiden is carved on the reverse.
Please note a natural crack in the material that preceded the carving and was used as part of the portrayal.
ZuniLink acquired this precious portrayal of a corn maiden, a figure of legendary signifcance for Zunis in 2003 on the Zuni Pueblo.
Zunilink. will provide a Certificate of Authenticity if requested.
It ships FREE to any address in the 48 mainland United States.
3" x 1" #SW71
Additional Info
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.