Saint Demetrios Epigonation

Description

Highest quality epigonation. Made in Greece with the best available threads and clusters. Main picture applied using serigraph techniques (artistic screen print)

The epigonation (Greek: ἐπιγονάτιον), or palitza (Russian: палица), or Shield is a vestment used in Eastern Christian churches. It is a stiff, lozenge shaped cloth that hangs on the right side of the body below the waist.

This vestment depicts Saint Demetrios and has a pale blue background

Size 28cm x 27cm | 11.02inches x 10.62inches

NOTE: We can create a similar epigonation with your desired Saint or with almost any other icon from the Byzantine Hagiography. Please contact us if you desire a custom item made according to your needs