Ecclesiastical Antiques are objects originally created for use within churches, chapels, monasteries and other places of worship. This broad category includes lecterns, altar furniture, candlesticks, processional crosses, reliquaries, pews, stained glass and carved religious sculpture. Antique ecclesiastical pieces are highly regarded for their craftsmanship, symbolism and historical importance. *Related Terms*\ Altar, Church Furniture, Ecclesiastical Bench, Gothic Revival, Religious Art, Reliquary.