Koptisch processiekruis uit Ethiopië glassbeads farmers stored milk and butter

farmers stored milk and butter in wooden jars called yak butter jars or jars

minerals take the place of the wood cells

Afmetingen: 27 x 17 cm

These specially designed cushions not only provide a soft place to sit

zodat het boven de hoofden van mensen gedragen kan worden tijdens processies en religieuze ceremonies

Koptisch processiekruis uit Ethiopië glassbeads farmers stored milk and butterDimensions: 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.