Crosses

  • This large, decorative Southwest cross, painted blue to ward off "evil spirits", captures the nuance of ethnic Northern New Mexico culture. This cross is accented with a sunburst and a rosette. This cross is one of a limited edition. Because the papers used in its creation are unique and originate from paper collections found all over the world, only a limited number of this cross, pictured here, can be produced. When it is no longer available, we will replace it with a different version.
  • This universally shaped cross ornament, clad in richly patterned paper, calls to mind folk art found around the world. Hang this small tin ornament on a Christmas tree or use this special piece of art to decorate a wall.
  • This handcrafted, ethnic saint cross featuring Madonna and Child is reminiscent of European Iconographic paintings that made their way to America with the first Southwest settlers. Teresa del Rito originally painted these images using the old techniques and traditional paints.
  • This handcrafted, ethnic saint cross featuring San Miguel is reminiscent of European Iconographic paintings that made their way to America with the first Southwest settlers. Teresa del Rito originally painted these images using the old techniques and traditional paints.
  • Rich in the feel of the old iconic European wood panel paintings, this beautifully rendered cross is reminiscent of the ancient gold leaf process that we associate with this tradition. The brightly colored, richly patterned papers used on these products are unique and originate from paper collections found all over the world. Like the products themselves, they are essentially one of a kind. Whereas the design of each product is as you see pictured the colors and patterns that embellish them will differ. This means that any piece from our collection will be uniquely yours.
  • Rich in the feel of the old iconic European wood pannel paintings, this small, beautifully rendered cross is reminiscent of the ancient gold leaf process that we associate with this tradition. The brightly colored, richly patterned papers used on these products are unique and originate from paper collections found all over the world. Like the products themselves, they are essentially one of a kind. Whereas the design of each product is as you see pictured the colors and patterns that embellish them will differ. This means that any piece from our collection will be uniquely yours.
  • Put several of these lovely ethnic Southwest elongated crosses together and create a joyful, multi-colored presence for all enjoy. This cross is one of a limited edition. Because the papers used in its creation are unique and originate from paper collections found all over the world, only a limited number of this cross, pictured here, can be produced. When it is no longer available, we will replace it with a different version.
  • This sweet little handcrafted ethnic Southwest cross has simple and lovely appeal. Brightly colored, it's presence will be welcomed everywhere. The brightly colored, richly patterned papers used on these products are unique and originate from paper collections found all over the world. Like the products themselves, they are essentially one of a kind. Whereas the design of each product is as you see pictured the colors and patterns that embellish them will differ. This means that any piece from our collection will be uniquely yours.
  • Just like its petite counterpart, this beautifully weathered handcrafted ethnic Southwest barn wood dangle cross has everlasting appeal for anyone who finds the mix of earthiness and light intriguing.
  • This handcrafted, ethnic saint cross featuring Saint Michael is reminiscent of European Iconographic paintings that made their way to America with the first Southwest settlers. Teresa del Rito originally painted these images using the old techniques and traditional paints.
  • This delicately cut, colorfully papered and painted celtic shaped ethnic Southwest cross is embellished with coppery-textured tin, to create a unique version of a traditional design. This cross is one of a limited edition. Because the papers used in its creation are unique and originate from paper collections found all over the world, only a limited number of this cross, pictured here, can be produced. When it is no longer available, we will replace it with a different version.
  • This large, bold and very striking ethnic Southwest cross is embedded with jewel like colors and coppery-textured dimensional flower accents. This cross is one of a limited edition. Because the papers used in its creation are unique and originate from paper collections found all over the world, only a limited number of this cross, pictured here, can be produced. When it is no longer available, we will replace it with a different version.
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