Ciborium Veil with an Embroidered Cross and Ecru Stone

The ciborium veil presents the cross, a sign of Christ’s saving Sacrifice and one of the most important symbols of the Christian faith.

Ciborium Veil in Liturgical Use

Designed to cover the ciborium, the liturgical vessel used to store the Blessed Sacrament, it is intended for liturgical use in churches, chapels, religious houses, and sacristies. It can also serve as an elegant element of church furnishings for many solemn occasions, particularly celebrations in which light-colored vestments are used.

Cross Symbolism and Ecru Color

The cross motif refers to Christ’s saving Sacrifice and stands among the most important symbols of Christian faith. The rich, symmetrical embroidery gives the veil a solemn character, while the decorative stone set in its center draws attention and further emphasizes the formal, representative appearance of the composition.

The light ecru color of the fabric, combined with gold ornamentation, symbolically evokes light, joy, glory, and the solemn character of the liturgy. The color and ornamentation therefore suit celebrations in which light-colored vestments are used.

Diameter, Fabric, and Finish

Made from decorative fabric in a light ecru color with gold ornamentation, the veil is richly embroidered with a stylized cross whose central section is adorned with a decorative stone. Its round form allows the fabric to fall softly and evenly around the ciborium, creating a harmonious setting for the liturgical vessel. Gold ornamentation extends across the entire fabric surface, while a subtle gold edge finish further emphasizes the piece’s elegant character.

Carefully made, the veil combines the symbolism of the cross with a rich decorative form, expressing reverence for the Blessed Sacrament and the dignity of the ciborium used to hold consecrated altar bread.

• Shape: round.
• Fabric: decorative light ecru fabric with gold ornamentation.
• Embroidery: rich, symmetrical embroidery with a stylized cross motif.
• Stone: central decorative stone in ecru.
• Finish: subtle decorative gold edge finish.
• Diameter: 21 in (53 cm).
• Use: liturgical use in churches, chapels, religious houses, and sacristies.
• Character: elegant and solemn.