Handmade Enamel Cherouvoskesto (Smaltino) – Ornate Orthodox Washing Vessel Set

This striking enamel Cherouvoskesto (Χερνιβόξεστο Σμάλτινο) is a handcrafted masterpiece used in the Orthodox Church for the ceremonial handwashing performed by bishops before Holy Communion. Richly adorned with hand-applied enamel detailing and finished in a lustrous gold tone, this vessel set is a vibrant symbol of spiritual cleansing and liturgical beauty.

Expertly crafted in Greece, the smaltino-style design features delicate floral patterns in white, red, and violet enamel on both the jug and the basin. The set includes a matching ewer and plate with intricate detailing, all topped with a traditional Orthodox cross. Ideal for use in hierarchical liturgies or as a collectible showpiece for sacred spaces.

Product Features:

• Handmade in Greece using traditional techniques
• Smaltino (enamel) floral design with gold-tone accents
• Two-piece set: pitcher (jug) and matching basin
• Rich in liturgical symbolism and artistic craftsmanship
• Dimensions:
  • Diameter: 32 cm / 12.6 inches
  • Height: 40 cm / 15.75 inches

• Greek name: Χερνιβόξεστο Σμάλτινο. Alternate spellings: chernivoxesto, cherouvoskesto, khernivochéstho

Handmade in Greece. Please allow ~ 2-4 weeks for delivery.