Lot 4062
Ethiopian Coptic Christian Metal Cross with Icon Painting
Passed — did not sell at this auction
About this lot
Estimated Value: $350-450
Origin: North Ethiopia, Africa
Dimensions: 5×10.5 in.
Condition: There are no visible flaws.
Additional Information: An Ethiopian Coptic Christian triptych cross made out of a mixture of silver, copper, brass, and zinc decorated with designs, intricate latticework, patterns, shapes and etchings along the base and the cross, front and back. The center of the cross opens with double doors creating a triptych showing three icon religious colorful paintings which is believed to be the meeting between heaven and earth, giving the vision of the spiritual world.
The crosses are sacred telling stories about God, angels, saints, people, and animals. No two crosses or paintings are exactly alike due to being hand made. The center panel of the paintings shows the Virgin Mary and baby Jesus flanked by archangels.
Lot details
- Lot
- 4062
- Closed
- June 27, 2025
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