Embroidered Epitaphios on Velvet with Church Slavonic Embroidery, Grapevine Motif, Byzantine Style Saviour, Embroidery 120x75

Embroidered Epitaphios on Velvet with Church Slavonic Embroidery, Grapevine Motif, Byzantine Style Saviour, Embroidery 120x75

The embroidered epitaphios on velvet with Church Slavonic embroidery features a grapevine motif and a Byzantine style depiction of the Saviour, sized 120x75 cm, ideal for Orthodox liturgical use.

Characteristics

• Type: Embroidered epitaphios
• Embroidery: Church Slavonic script
• Motif: Grapevine pattern
• Iconography: Byzantine style Saviour
• Base material: Velvet
• Embroidery size: 120 x 75 cm

Material and Purpose

Crafted from rich velvet with meticulous embroidery, this epitaphios serves as a central element in Good Friday and Holy Saturday services during Orthodox Holy Week, representing the burial shroud of Christ.

Liturgical Use

Traditionally placed in the center of the church or on the Holy Table, the epitaphios is venerated by clergy and faithful, embodying solemn reverence in Orthodox temple worship and processions.