Cypress wood blessing cross, Mount Athos workshop 18th century

An exceptional Cypress wood blessing (Dodekaorton) cross, extensively carved with scenes from the life of christ.

Mount Athos workshop, 18th century.

Measures 12.7 x 8 x 1.8cm (20cm high including base).

An exceptionally fine and deeply carved example.
The cross is mounted on a later ebonised wooden base