cross art

This elegant two-barred cross is a stunning accent by Alejandro de Esesarte. Mexican artisans expertly cut the image from steel sheets and then hammer it smoothly. The cross is hand-painted in acrylics with a sun-inspired abstract design, no doubt influenced by the semi-desert climate of the artisan's home state of Jalisco. The remarkable design boasts a crackled finish for a captivating visual effect.

Tapestries and textiles in the Andes are as important today as they were 3,000 years ago, created for diverse purposes between daily life and godly ceremonies. Inspired by the culture he inherited from his ancestors, artisan Javier Landa continues the weaving traditions practiced for millennia in what is today Peru, blending imagery between the indigenous world of the Inca with the colonial legacy of the Spanish, and the religion they brought to the region centuries prior.

Learning traditional weaving from his father as a child, Javier Landa started with a foundation in Ayacucho influence, which compelled him to dedicate his adult life and career to mastering the art of weaving, learning increasingly complex methods as he worked in diverse workshops across Peru until he developed his own artistic license and style, as shown in the Inca Cross. This tapestry is entirely hand woven, with each thread being developed and combined on the two pedal loom, delivering stunning textures and banding gradients.

Titled "Cruz del Inca" in Spanish

Hand-carved from native sese wood, this contemporary sculpture boasts extraordinary visual textures. Rita Addo Zakour etches a cross into the middle section and names the piece Dwenewoho. The word comes from the Akan people and means "think about yourself."

By Indonesian artisan Wayan Rendah, this sculpture will bring an air of thoughtfulness to any home. Hand-carved from suar wood, a person sits in a cross-legged position, their head rested in their hands as they wonder about life. This sculpture is creatively crafted without a midsection.