The Tekalegn’s collection of six Ethiopian crosses.

Metal processional crosses have historically been cast through the lost-wax process, ensuring a unique and original creation. These crosses were originally positioned at the summit of a staff carried by an Ethiopian orthodox priest.

 

 

 

 

Published in Pascal Joannes, « A private collection of Ethiopian art, tribute to Tekalegn Besepa antique merchant and collector. », Toguna Editions, Toulouse, 2018, (https://www.galerie-toguna.com/en/private-collection-of-ethiopian-art-xml-378_381-1092.html)