Christians began using Altars around the 3rd century. The table on which the Eucharist was celebrated was regarded as an altar. It became the focus of the mass in Christian churches and in Western churches was often adorned by a baldachin and an altarpiece.It can be ordered with or without solid brass symbols of wheat, grape and fish shown on the front of the altar. Available in 16 different finishes. Shown in dark oak.Traditional Gothic Altar available in 3 sizes: 60" Width x 33" Depth x 40" Height72" Width x 33" Depth x 40" Height84" Width x 33" Depth x 40" Height Please Note:Actual Finished pieces will exhibit some variation in grain and tone to due to the natural characteristics of wood and no guarantee can be made of an exact match.Made to order, please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery.
