Danette Laate Zuni Olla Corn Maiden Carving FM283

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Olla Corn Maiden
Danette Laate, Zuni

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Authentic Native American Indian Olla Corn Maiden of Picasso marble and turquoise by Zuni artisan Danette Laate

Paula says - "An olla corn maiden carries a jar, or olla, on her head. She wears traditional garments and her hair typically has a long flowing section down her back. Ollas were traditionally used to carry corn meal or water."

Authentic Native American Indian Olla Corn Maiden of Picasso marble and turquoise by Zuni artisan Danette Laate

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Danette Laate, Zuni
Olla Corn Maiden Fetish Carving

FM283 - $60 plus s/h
(ONLY ONE AVAILABLE)

material	Picasso marble, turquoise, coral, jet, Read about stones
height	2 1/2"
width	1"
thickness	1/2"
hallmarks	inscribed: DL
artist	Danette Laate, Zuni

Authentic Native American Indian Olla Corn Maiden of Picasso marble and turquoise by Zuni artisan Danette Laate

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What is Corn Maiden?

Corn Maiden is a goddess-like being who brings the gift of harvest and ensures prosperity for the community. The presence of the Corn Maiden in rituals and carvings symbolizes abundance and harmony with nature. Corn Maiden fetishes are crafted from antler, bone and stones like turquoise, jet, serpentine, and alabaster. Details such as rows of corn kernels, shawls, and traditional hairstyles, reflect Corn Maiden's nurturing role and connection to agricultural cycles.Owning a Corn Maiden fetish carving is believed to bring spiritual guidance, inner strength, and protection.

What is a Fetish?

A fetish is a carving of an animal that captures the spirit and the essence of the animal, not necessarily its exact detailed conformation. Fetishes are carved from many types of stone, wood, Jet , shell and other materials. Often the eyes and spots of adornment, called power spots, inset pieces of contrasting stones such as turquoise, jet.
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Zuni Fetishes and Carvings
Types of Fetishes

Fetish Necklace

The use of small carved animals on Native American necklaces is a modern invention for the market. It is not traditional to use a fetish, per se, on a necklace or as jewelry.

Table Fetish

Table fetishes stand on a flat surface for viewing. They come in various scales with the 2-inch scale being the size most commonly sold today.

Pocket Fetish

A fetish can be carried when the power of the animal is desired to help the person with a routine task or an obstacle or problem. Pocket fetishes might help with safe travel, a successful venture or "hunt", a good yield or "crop".