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Elegant polished nickel-plated brass liturgical ewer, designed for the lavabo rite during the offertory. Embellished with delicate floral chasing and measuring 10 cm in diameter, it is an essential sacred furnishing for assisting with the celebrant’s hand purification.
In the Eucharistic liturgy, the lavabo rite represents a moment of profound spirituality and humility. At the end of the presentation of the gifts during the offertory, the celebrant approaches the side of the altar to wash his hands, quietly reciting the words of the Psalm: "Wash me, Lord, from my guilt, and cleanse me from my sin". This ewer for the lavabo towel is the designated vessel for pouring the water at this precise and solemn moment, the preparatory stage before drying the hands with the manutergium, the designated white linen cloth.
This sacred furnishing is expertly crafted from polished nickel-plated brass, a choice of material that combines the structural strength and balanced weight of brass with the luminous, noble elegance of a silver-colored finish. The structure, characterized by a diameter of 10 cm, is designed to ensure complete stability on the altar credence table.
The design is distinguished by a handle with a sinuous loop profile, ergonomically designed to facilitate a secure grip and precise pouring of the water by the minister. The body of the ewer is further embellished with a refined raised decorative band featuring classic floral motifs, lending solemnity to the object while maintaining a clean, traditional line.
To preserve the brilliance of the nickel plating over time, sacristans are advised to empty and thoroughly dry the inside of the ewer after each celebration, thereby preventing the formation of limescale deposits. For exterior polishing, simply use a soft, dry cloth, strictly avoiding abrasive pastes or acidic detergents that could irreparably damage the finish.
