{"product_id":"vintage-water-witch-ritual-altar","title":"Vintage Water Witch Ritual Altar","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eTHE ALTAR\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA one-of-a-kind Water Witch altar composed in \u003cstrong\u003eaged silver, ocean blue, crystal, shell, and pearl\u003c\/strong\u003e—a collection created around the sacred and ever-changing nature of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon a heavily patinated silver altar tray, tall candlesticks rise with blue glass flames of color while a ritual chalice and delicate blue-and-white pitcher wait to hold water or libations. Shell-shaped vessels, natural treasures from the sea, pearls, crystal, and blue stone gather around them, each introducing another small echo of the water realm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the center, a blue stained-glass prism rests upon an elevated stand, catching and transforming the light like water itself. Nearby, a silver bell offers sound—a way to mark the beginning of ritual, clear the space, or call attention to the altar before work begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike an altar devoted to one particular deity or tradition, this collection was composed around \u003cstrong\u003ewater itself\u003c\/strong\u003e: its movement, intuition, cleansing, depth, reflection, and mystery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach object was selected individually, then gathered here into a single altar awaiting its next keeper. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRITUAL \u0026amp; DEVOTION\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurated for \u003cstrong\u003ewater witchcraft, sea magic, moon water, cleansing, intuition, emotional work, offerings, and divination\u003c\/strong\u003e, this altar may be adapted to whichever body of water—or expression of the element—calls most strongly to its keeper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pitcher and chalice may hold moon water, ritual water, or libations. Shell vessels can receive herbs, stones, written intentions, pearls, or offerings, while the elevated offering stand creates a natural focal point for something especially sacred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bell may be used to open or close ritual, shift the energy of the space, or accompany meditation and devotional work. Candlelight reflected through the blue glass and crystal introduces the interplay of \u003cstrong\u003ewater and light\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the natural shells and ocean elements keep the altar connected to the physical sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may become a \u003cstrong\u003eSea Witch, Ocean Witch, River Witch, or Lake Witch altar\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending upon the practice of its keeper, and it would also lend itself beautifully to devotional work with Aphrodite or another water-associated deity or spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo single arrangement is prescribed. \u003cstrong\u003eWater never keeps one shape, and neither must this altar.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWITHIN THE ALTAR\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Silver-Plated Altar Tray\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 12½\" in diameter. Shows scuffs, scratches, wear, and heavy patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePair of Vintage Silver-Plated Candlesticks with Blue Glass Inserts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 11\" tall with inserts; 8½\" without. The glass has no noted chips or cracks. The silver-plated holders show heavy patina and wear, with corrosion and considerable wear to the weighted bottoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Silver-Plated Shell Offering Dish \/ Cauldron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 5\" wide × 5\" long × 2\" tall; approx. 5\" tall when open. Shows scuffs, scratches, wear, and patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Offering Dish \/ Cauldron Stand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 9\" tall × 4¼\" wide at the base × 3½\" wide at the top. Metal; may also be used as a candle holder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Ceramic Ritual Pitcher\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 3¾\" tall × 4\" wide including handle. No noted chips or cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Glass Ritual Chalice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 6½\" tall × 3\" wide. No noted chips or cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Silver-Plated Ritual Bell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 3¼\" tall. Shows patina and wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Silver-Plated Shell Offering Dish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 6\" long × 5\" wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Blue Stained-Glass Prism\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 3\" wide × 3\" tall. No noted chips or cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Crystal Glass Prism\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 2\" tall. No noted chips or cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEight Natural Seashells \u0026amp; Ocean Elements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaux Pearl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Faux Pearl Necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Cut-Crystal Bead Bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Stone Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vintage components are presented in as-found condition and carry the marks of age and previous use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver-plated pieces in particular show \u003cstrong\u003esubstantial natural patina, scuffs, scratches, corrosion, and surface wear\u003c\/strong\u003e, including considerable wear to the bottoms of the weighted candlesticks. These aged surfaces have been intentionally left intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual condition notes are included above where applicable. Please examine all photographs closely, as they form part of the condition description. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eONE OF A KIND\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis altar has been assembled once and will not be recreated.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce acquired, this collection leaves The Altar Room.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Green Goblet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53260230099311,"sku":null,"price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/9030\/2319\/files\/il_fullxfull.6824953120_52r4.jpg?v=1785544139","url":"https:\/\/thegreengoblet.com\/products\/vintage-water-witch-ritual-altar","provider":"The Green Goblet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}