Koptisch zegenkruis uit Ethiopië metal This object is the trunk

This object is the trunk of a petrified tree (fossil wood) from Java

Diameter: 37 cm

The face is the typical Ambete diamond shape with stylized facial features and almost completely covered in kaolin

Age: Circa 1900

We believe that these imperfections contribute to the charm and authenticity of the object

Koptisch zegenkruis uit Ethiopië metal This object is the trunkDimensions: 31 x 13. 5 cm. Origin: Aksum. Priests carry hand crosses, wrapped in cloth, to bless the faithful. Therefore, hand crosses must be easy to wear. Every Ethiopian priest has a hand cross (Meskel in Amharic) with which he blesses the faithful. The cross is handmade using the lost wax method and is a unique piece.