ANTIQUE 19th CENTURY AFRICAN TEWAHEDO ETHIOPIAN ETCHED COPTIC CROSS

Ethiopian crosses, Abyssinian crosses, or Ethiopian-Eritrean crosses are a grouping of Christian cross variants that are symbols of Christianity in Ethiopia, Eritrea, and among Ethiopians and Eritreans. Their elaborate, stylized design is markedly distinct from other Christian cross variants. Ethiopian crosses are almost always made from elaborate latticework, the intertwined lattice represents everlasting life. No two crosses are exactly identical in style, the artisans who make them being allowed the freedom to exercise a measure of individual taste and creativity in their choice of shape and pattern. Crosses may be of the processional type with a socket at the base so they may be mounted on a staff and carried in church ceremonies or hand-held blessing crosses used by priests in benedictions. Hang this above any door to ward off any evil from within your home, office, or any place you feel you want a positive energy to fill that space. _______________________________________ All measurements taken while cross lay flat: ~1.5" LENGTH ~7.75" WIDTH **MEASUREMENTS ARE NOT PRECISE AND ARE ROUNDED** There are no major scratches, cracks, or dents. This piece is in EXCELLENT antique condition.