Beau Veste 1810/1820 – Pure Linen IHS Embroidered Altar Cloth – White or Gold Silk

Beautifully crafted by Beau Veste, the Styles 1810 and 1820 Altar Cloths combine the timeless beauty of genuine 100% pure linen with traditional Catholic liturgical embroidery. Featuring the sacred IHS Christogram, delicate silk embroidery, and an elegant hand-scalloped border, these custom-sized altar cloths provide a dignified and beautiful covering for church altars. Available in your choice of white or gold silk embroidery.

The beautifully embroidered front border features a repeating arrangement of traditional IHS monograms surrounded by graceful ornamental detailing. The embroidered pattern flows across the decorative scalloped edge, creating a refined appearance that complements both traditional and contemporary Catholic church sanctuaries.

The gold silk version provides a warm decorative contrast against the white linen, while the white silk version offers a more subtle, understated appearance. Both options feature the same beautiful design and premium linen construction.

Traditional IHS Christian Symbolism

The IHS monogram is one of Christianity's most recognizable symbols of the Holy Name of Jesus.

Originating from the Greek spelling of the name Jesus, the IHS Christogram has appeared throughout centuries of Catholic sacred art, liturgical vestments, church architecture, and religious furnishings.

Its placement along the altar cloth serves as a beautiful reminder of the presence of Christ and the sacred mystery of the Holy Eucharist celebrated upon the altar.

The Beau Veste 1810/1820 design incorporates this meaningful symbol into an elegant decorative border, creating a traditional altar covering suitable for Catholic churches, chapels, and religious communities.

Available Embroidery Options

Style 1810 – White Silk Embroidery

Features the traditional IHS monogram and decorative border embroidered in white silk thread against the white linen fabric. The white-on-white design provides a beautiful, understated appearance that complements virtually any sanctuary.

Style 1820 – Gold Silk Embroidery

Features the same IHS design and decorative border embroidered in rich gold silk thread. The gold embroidery creates an elegant contrast against the white linen and beautifully complements traditional gold tabernacles, sanctuary candlesticks, chalices, and other church furnishings.

Both styles feature identical linen construction, embroidery patterns, hand-scalloped edges, and minimum front drop requirements.

Premium 100% Pure Linen Fabric

Unlike polyester altar cloths, the Beau Veste 1810 and 1820 are manufactured from 100% pure linen, a traditional fabric long associated with Catholic altar linens.

The linen features a 120-thread construction and 4¾-ounce fabric weight, providing a beautiful balance of texture, substance, and traditional appearance.

Pure linen offers a naturally elegant woven texture and distinguished appearance, making these altar cloths especially suitable for churches seeking authentic, traditional liturgical textiles.

The embroidered border is carefully hand-scalloped, creating a graceful decorative edge that highlights the IHS embroidery.

The silk embroidery runs along one side of the altar cloth, typically positioned across the front of the altar. The embroidered border requires a minimum 8-inch front drop to accommodate the complete design.

Custom Sized for Your Altar

Every Beau Veste 1810/1820 Altar Cloth can be custom cut and hemmed to accommodate the dimensions of your altar.

The pure linen fabric is manufactured in an overall width of 52 inches, allowing for a variety of altar sizes and configurations. Larger or unusual altar dimensions may require special construction, which will be reviewed when preparing your quotation.

To ensure a proper fit, please provide the following measurements:

• A – Altar Width: Actual front-to-back depth of the altar mensa.
• B – Front Drop: Desired length of fabric hanging over the front of the altar (minimum 8 inches).
• C – Altar Length: Actual side-to-side length of the altar mensa.
• D – Side Drops: Desired length of fabric hanging over the sides of the altar.
• E – Back Drop: Desired length of fabric hanging over the rear of the altar.

All measurements should be supplied in inches.

Our team will review your embroidery selection and dimensions and provide a custom quotation based on the amount of fabric required and any necessary hemming or finishing.

Because pure linen is a natural fabric, some shrinkage should be anticipated. Appropriate fabric allowances will be considered when preparing your quotation.

Features & Specifications

• Manufacturer: Beau Veste
• Style Numbers: 1810 / 1820
• Product Type: Custom Embroidered Altar Cloth
• Fabric: 100% Pure Linen
• Fabric Color: White
• Fabric Construction: 120 Thread
• Fabric Weight: 4¾ oz.
• Embroidery Options: White Silk (1810) or Gold Silk (1820)
• Design: Traditional IHS Christogram with Ornamental Detailing
• Edge: Hand-Scalloped Embroidered Border
• Minimum Front Drop: 8"
• Overall Fabric Width: 52"
• Maximum Continuous Fabric Length: 9¾ Yards
• Embroidery Placement: Along One Side of the Altar Cloth
• Sizing: Custom Cut and Hemmed to Specifications
• Care: Machine Washable; Iron While Damp
• Availability: Custom Made to Order

Care Instructions

Machine wash in warm water with a cold rinse. Tumble dry on low heat and iron while the linen is still damp.

Because pure linen is a natural fabric, some shrinkage may occur during laundering. Please follow the manufacturer's care recommendations to preserve the appearance and finish of the cloth.

Custom Altar Cloth Quote Request

This altar cloth is custom-made to your specifications and is priced individually based on the embroidery selection and measurements provided.

To request a quotation:

1. Select your preferred embroidery color: White Silk (Style 1810) or Gold Silk (Style 1820).
2. Enter your altar measurements in the fields provided.
3. Include any additional instructions, cutouts, special requirements, or desired delivery dates.
4. Proceed through checkout to submit your custom quote request.
5. Holy Land Art Company will review your measurements and contact you with pricing, availability, and ordering information.

Please Note: The $0.00 checkout total is for quotation purposes only. No payment is collected for the altar cloth, and no order is finalized until you have reviewed and approved our custom quotation. Other items in your cart may still require payment.

Because altar cloths are custom-made to individual specifications, completed custom orders are generally nonreturnable.

Availability & Ordering

Each altar cloth is custom prepared according to the embroidery selection and measurements provided.

Typical production and delivery may take approximately 2–5 weeks, subject to manufacturer confirmation. Please contact Holy Land Art Company with any specific deadlines or rush-order requests.

Holy Land Art Company – Serving Churches Since 1922

We proudly offer fine altar cloths, embroidered church linens, and custom liturgical textiles for Catholic churches, chapels, and religious institutions throughout the United States.