Description
Authentic Byzantine Design Orthodox Antimension
This reverent black and white Orthodox antimension showcases a beautifully design originating from the Byzantine Empire. At the Sacred Monastery of St. John of the Ladder in Boetia, Greece, we have carefully remastered authentic Byzantine antimension prototypes, preserving the rich iconographic and theological tradition of the Holy Mountain.
Monastery Preparation & Optional Red Backing:
- Remastered Byzantine Design: We have invested significant effort in remastering authentic Byzantine designs, ensuring clarity, detail, and faithfulness to the original iconographical intent.
- Hand-Applied Iliton Backing (Optional): Choose to receive your antimension with or without a sewn-on iliton backing. This backing is carefully applied by hand in our monastery workshop, ensuring a secure and professional finish. We offer the option without a red backing mindful of the potential for colour run during temple consecration when essential oils are used.
- Generous White Border for Sewing: Designed with a practical white border for you to sew your own backing on if desired (recommended if the antimension will be used during the rite of the consecration of a temple).
Supporting Monastic Craftsmanship & Tradition:
By purchasing this Byzantine design antimension from Monastery Orthodox Incense, you are supporting the Sacred Monastery of St. John of the Ladder and our ongoing efforts to preserve and share the rich traditions of Orthodox monastic handicraft. You are receiving a liturgical item prepared with care and reverence, rooted in the spiritual and liturgical heritage of the Byzantine Empire.
Dimensions:
- Antimension (Cloth area excluding white border): Approximately 18 inches x 15 inches (45.5 cm x 38 cm)
- Antimension with Red Backing (Total dimensions including backing): Approximately 20 inches x 17 inches (50.5 cm x 43 cm)
Features:
- Authentic Byzantine Design (Remastered)
- Hand-Applied Backing Option (Monastery Prepared)
- Traditional Orthodox Iconography
- Black and White Aesthetic
- Generous White Border for Sewing
- Ideal for Church or Chapel Use
- Prepared at a Greek Orthodox Monastery
- Made in Greece
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