Authentic Zuni Maiden Carving by Clayton and Abby Quam Panteah of Orthoceras and turquoise

Authentic Native American Indian maiden fetish carving by Clayton and Abby Quam Panteah

Orthoceras maiden with inlaid turquoise eyes and mouth.

Material	Orthoceras , turquoise, Read about stones
Height	1 3/8"
Width	3/8"
Depth	7/8"
Hallmarks	CAP
Artist	Clayton and Abby Quam Panteah, Zuni

Clayton and Abby Quam Panteah's work is featured in Zuni Fetishes and Carvings by Kent McManis.

Authentic Native American Indian maiden fetish carving by Clayton and Abby Quam Panteah

Orthoceras - These were the earliest recognizable animals and were able to swim and crawl. Orthoceras ranged in size from a few inches to over six feet long. When they died, their shells fell to the ocean floor and after being covered by sediment for eons were transformed into stone.

HK Item #FM233 Maiden Clayton and Abby Quam Panteah - Zuni Carving

HK Item #FM233
Maiden
Clayton and Abby Quam Panteah - Zuni Carving