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Picasso Marble Corn Maiden Fetish

Corn Maidens are considered to be bringer of life and they also represents potential.
This stunning piece was made by Noted Isleta Artist Andy Abeita, bio below. This hand carved Picasso Marble fetish is a beautiful gray with golden brown matrix throughout. Note the fine detail work of the facial features and on the Tablita (headdress). The body is etched with patterns representing kernels of corn. The necklace consists of blue turquoise, carnelian, and olive shell heishi.

Weight: just over 85 grams on my scale.
It’s signed on the bottom with Andy Abeita’s double A signature and his hallmark is on the side.
It measures 3 3/8” tall by 1 1/4” at it’s widest point. I placed a quarter there for scale.

Andy Abeita

Self taught Isleta Artist Andy Beita was born July 24, 1963. He has been creating art since 1981. His parents are Richard and Elizabeth Abeita.
He specializes in stone carvings and fetishes. His many awards include: First place Gallup Indian Ceremonial, 1987, 1988, 1990, 1993 and 1995. Best of show at the Dallas Indian Market, and Best of Class at the New Mexico State Fair.
Quote " I like to teach traditional Indian Values"

Sure to make a Fine addition to any collection, or a great gift! Please note: Pictures are enlarged to show detail, remember everything looks bigger on line :)