Processional Cross, 13th–14th century, Ethiopia, Amhara or Tigrinya peoples, Bronze, H. 12 13/16 x W. 6 11/16 in. ( x 17 cm

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Processional Cross, 13th–14th century, Ethiopia, Amhara or Tigrinya peoples, Bronze, H. 12 13/16 x W. 6 11/16 in. ( x 17 cm), Metal-Sculpture, Ethiopian Orthodox Churches retain a variety of crosses for use in liturgical ceremonies. Among the most common are crosses outfitted with sockets, such as this example, which could be mounted on a staff and carried during services or processions

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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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