Small Ethiopian Orthodox Christian diptych icon, handmade and hand-painted on wood. The open panels depict the Virgin Mary cradling Christ Child, surrounded by stylised figures, halos and colourful decorative details. The icon has a dark wooden frame with a carved-looking geometric border and a visible hanging or carrying loop at the hinge side. A distinctive Ethiopian religious artwork with strong visual character, suitable for collectors of Ethiopian material culture, Christian icons and devotional art. Measurements: approximately 12 cm by 9.5 cm. The painted surface and wooden frame show visible signs of age-related wear, surface marks and handling consistent with a handmade devotional object.