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 hold a profound significance within the cultural and spiritual tapestry of Ethiopia, reflecting the country’s deep-rooted history and rich religious heritage. These exquisite crosses, known for their unique design and symbolism, have captured the attention of collectors and art enthusiasts worldwide.

In Ethiopian tradition the cross is the sacred matrix that encompasses the life of the world in both its macrocosmic and microcosmic dimensions; and it is the social and cultural nexus through which and with which people interact in order to shape

The Ethiopian Cross usually has an elaborate design, baroque style or filigree, reflecting the richness of the hearts of people in the Ethiopian Church. The cross on the left is typical of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church tewahedo.org

2022年12月8日 · The Cross is the most highly revered object in the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahido Church after the ታቦት (tabot), the tablet or slab on which the Eucharist is broken. Satan who defeated Adam, the first man, and caused his fall, was …

This ornately cast cross was originally positioned at the summit of a staff carried by an Ethiopian Orthodox Christian priest. The artist has created a symmetrical design that repeats the form of the cross ad infinitum, emphasizing its importance through repetition.

The cross (መስቀል, mäsqäl) is central to devotion and a preeminent cultural icon in the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church. Examples of crosses can be seen in Ethiopian art as early as the fourth century, when Christianity was first adopted. Its association with the hope of resurrection has made it a potent emblem of triumph.

Since the icon and the cross occupy a prominent place in the spiritual life of Christians, the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahido Church serves the faithful with consecrated icons and crosses. In Church services, the cross is used for blessing.

Ethiopian crosses are symbols of Christianity in Ethiopia and Eritrea. Their elaborate, stylized design is markedly distinct from the similar European Christian crosses. [1][2] Ethiopian crosses are almost always made from elaborate latticework, the intertwined lattice represents everlasting life. …

The most famous Ethiopian metal-work technique was the “lost-wax” or cire perdue method. It was used for the bronze, copper, brass and silver crosses. In “lost-wax” casting an image of the object is first made of wax and then covered carefully with soft clay. After the clay has dried, it is baked to harden it.