Koptisch zegenkruis uit Ethiopië mala Some necklaces are simple in

Some necklaces are simple in design while others have more elaborate and intricate patterns

Nkisi (plural minkisi) are spirits or an object inhabited by a spirit

This old photo comes from a working newspaper archive and therefore exhibits routine physical imperfections such as production errors

but it can be purchased separately (click here)

Het lichaam is in de mand gevlochten met behulp van vezels die verder zijn versterkt met klei

Koptisch zegenkruis uit Ethiopië mala Some necklaces are simple inDimensions: 25 x 11 cm. Priests carry hand crosses, wrapped in cloth, to bless the faithful. Therefore, hand crosses must be easy to wear. Every Ethiopian priest has a hand cross (Meskel in Amharic) with which he blesses the faithful. The cross is handmade using the lost wax method and is a unique piece.