February 29, 2024
Ethiopian Coptic Three Panel Wooden Icon-Triptych with 6 Holy Figures
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Ethiopian Coptic Three Panel Wooden Icon-Triptych with 6 Holy Figures Handcrafted in Ethiopia Dimensions & Weight: Length: 10.5” /26.7 cm (measured along the center) Width: 4.5” /11.4 cm (panels closed) 8.5”/21.6 cm with left and right panels open Thickness: 0.75" / 1.9 cm Weight: 10.7 oz /303.4 g This handcrafted Ethiopian Coptic triptych displays 6 different images of Holy figures in three different panels. The exteriors of the left and right panels are beautifully carved to resemble the wooden door panel of a classic Ethiopian Coptic Orthodox church. The two panels can open as little doors on string hinges, revealing the six images on their interior and the front image of the central (main) panel. Holy Figures 1.Left Panel Saint George (upper) & Abba Gabre Menfes Kidus ( Lower) 2. Centeral Panel: The Holy Family (Upper) & Abba Samuel (Lower) 3.Right Panel: Abune Teklahaymant (Upper) & Angel Gabriel (Lower) We are selling you the same icon you see in all the pictures. The wooden icon reflects a unique collaboration between two types of artisans: the woodcrafter and the painter. Please note that the icon goes through an entirely handmade process and hence reflects the artistic character of hand imperfections in terms of the wood carving or painting . Icons are ancient tradition of visual information and documentation integrated
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