Altar Linen 2-Pack | Manuterge-Lavabo Towel | 031

Altar Linens

The manuterge is the small towel used by the priest to dry his hands during the lavabo, the ritual hand-washing that takes place before the Eucharistic Prayer. This version is woven from soft, absorbent Italian linen and finished with a delicate lace-trimmed edge, a decorative touch drawn from traditional Italian needlework, alongside a centered embroidered cross.

The combination of practical absorbency and refined trim makes it equally suited to daily parish use and to more formal liturgical settings. It coordinates naturally with the rest of the altar linen set, or can be ordered individually to replace a worn manuterge already in use in the sacristy.

🔹 Features 

• Mixed linen construction with detailed embroiderey 
• Finished hemstitched or lace trimmed edges for durability through repeated laundering
  
• Standard liturgical sizing, compatible with most chalices and altar settings
• Available as a complete set or as individual replacement pieces
  

🔹 Specifications

• Manuterge-Lavabo Towel: 11.81 x 15.75
• Quantity: 2 pack
• Material: 50% Linen 50% Cotton
• Origin: Made Europe
  

🔹 Liturgical Use

Each piece serves a distinct role in the celebration of Mass. The amice is tied around the neck and shoulders before the alb is put on, giving a clean finish at the collar. The corporal is spread on the altar to hold the chalice and host, traditionally catching any fragments of the consecrated host. The chalice pall covers the chalice to protect its contents during the liturgy. The purificator is used to wipe the chalice and the priest's fingers during purification, and the manuterge dries his hands during the lavabo, the ritual hand-washing before the Eucharistic Prayer. Together, the five pieces support the practical and ceremonial needs of the Mass from vesting through to the conclusion of the Eucharistic rite.

🙏 Why Choose This Altar Linen?

At The Clergy Store, we are committed to providing vestments that honor the sacred liturgy with beauty and authenticity. Each piece is carefully selected to ensure quality, tradition, and lasting value.