Anykščių krašto kryždirbys Petras Blažys (1864-1921

ENAukštaitija (Highlands), as well as Žemaitija (Samogitia), are famous for their cross-crafters of the second half of the 19th century - the beginning of the 20th century, with the inclusion of Petras Blažys - a cross-crafter from Anykščiai region. The majority of gifted craftsmen of that time, including V. Svirskis, A. Deveikis and P. Blažys, were barely surviving financially; god carving helped P. Blažys rise above poverty. The roaming artist created a number of Petras crosses scattered all over Anykščiai region. Until recently, 28 crosses of P. Blažys have survived in Anykščiai region; however, the prompting speculation suggests that there could be more. Despite the fact that the majority of crosses have similar design principles and ornaments, some crosses have completely different patterns.