Vivella Cheama: Fishrock, Angel Corn Maiden Lena Boone The natural patterns and textures

The natural patterns and textures of the stone lend a sense of realism to the carving

Dimensions: Length: 1 3/4" x Width: 1 1/4" x Height: 1 1/8"  Purchased

Dimensions: Length: 2" X Width: 3/4" X Height: 5/16" Donated

Chi-mon-ee

creating a mesmerizing contrast that catches the eye and exudes an air of elegance

Vivella Cheama: Fishrock, Angel Corn Maiden Lena Boone The natural patterns and texturesChe ama 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