Pocket oratory

Exploring the artistic traditions of our Catholic Faith

Small black leather pocket folder.....medals, Scapular, and prayer. Nice antique condition from Nun’s estate. Measures about 1 7/8” x 1 7/8” and snaps shut perfectly. Very nice sacred item. Most of my sacred items previously belonged to a retired Nun or Priest’s Estate.

This Embroidery Art item by PiccoloDiLuce has 54 favorites from Etsy shoppers. Ships from Salem, OR. Listed on Sep 17, 2022

Small black leather pocket folder.....medals, Scapular, and prayer. Nice antique condition from Nun’s estate. Measures about 1 7/8” x 1 7/8” and snaps shut perfectly. Very nice sacred item. Most of my sacred items previously belonged to a retired Nun or Priest’s Estate.

The pocket oratory was made popular in the 1800's as a type of traveling altar. It was used much as they are today, by workers and travelers who may not be close to a Church when they'd like to pray. There is significance of the position of each item. I worked closely with iconographer David Clayton, who has given me the following information: As Christ on the Cross is the center of our Faith, so the crucifix is the center of the oratory. To the right should be a picture of Christ glorified…

This Embroidery Art item by PiccoloDiLuce has 217 favorites from Etsy shoppers. Ships from Salem, OR. Listed on Oct 23, 2023

Small lovingly used leather pocket folder.....medals, Scapular, prayer. Nice vintage condition from Nun’s estate. Measures about 2” x 2 1/8” and snaps shut perfectly. Very used nice sacred item. Most of my sacred items previously belonged to a retired Nun or Priest’s Estate.

Catholic Pocket Shrine by MercifulHeartDesigns on Etsy.