Koptisch processiekruis uit Ethiopië Aziatische kunst sorcerers and intercessors who defend

sorcerers and intercessors who defend the living against black magic (witchcraft) and provide them with remedies against diseases arising from witchcraft or the demands of bakisi (spirits)

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

This was initially celebrated in August

These details can be seen in the auction photo showing the front and back

Dimensions: 38 x 16 cm

Koptisch processiekruis uit Ethiopië Aziatische kunst sorcerers and intercessors who defendDimensions: 20 x 7 cm. Origin: Lalibela, Amhara region. Age: late 20th century. This rare cross belongs to the group of processional crosses that accompany every procession of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. It has a hollow shaft for mounting on a wooden handle so that it can be carried above people's heads during processions and religious ceremonies. The two lower arms are made to hold the cloth that accompanies the cross when carried by the deacons.