Home altar Mên an Tol – A shrine for ancient rituals - Backflow incense cone holder - handmade - fire-fired - Item No.: SCH010

The shrine arrives safely packaged in recycled cushioning material, measuring 20x12x10cm and weighing 1.25kg.

Do you feel the energy of prehistoric sites flowing through the millennia into your home? Inspired by the mysterious Mên-an-Tol megalithic monument, this home altar is a spiritual tool that blends ancient symbolism with modern practice. Handcrafted from clay and infused with traditional smoke firing, it transforms your altar into a place for ceremony, offerings, and quiet contemplation.

At the center of the shrine sits the iconic holed stone motif of Mên an Tol – a portal between worlds, long considered a symbol of healing, transitions, and the cycle of life. The integrated backflow incense cone holder gently directs the smoke downwards, as if connecting heaven and earth, while the rustic, smoke-stained surface evokes the raw beauty of primitive art.

Each altar is unique, crafted from fired clay and shaped by the unpredictability of fire. Its rough textures, traces of ash, and earthy hues speak of the power of the elements—just as the Mên an Tol once recounted tales of rituals and ancestors. Use it to light incense, place crystals, or offer sacred herbs. Its design invites you to blur the lines between past and present.

Whether as a spiritual tool for shamanic practices, as rustic decoration for a mystical ambiance, or as a silent companion in meditation – this shrine is a tribute to the wisdom of the ancients. Mên an Tol was a place of transformation, and this home altar carries that same energy: raw, honest, and full of potential.

Handmade with Sacred Intention
Each of my pieces is lovingly handcrafted and ritually transformed in fire. The "traces" of the firing – cracks, ash contours, uneven surfaces – are not flaws, but rather evidence of a process that demands self-respect and respect for the material.

I am happy to implement commissioned work or my own ideas for a specific piece of work, provided it is compatible with my way of working.
Feel free to contact me about this.

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Manufacturer:
The Ancient Way of Art
Michaela Saal
At Würdenwiese 7
DE 51643 Gummersbach
theancientway1912@gmail.com

Warning notices for incense burner
1. Fire hazard
Never leave the container unattended while it is in operation.
Place the incense burner on a stable, heat-resistant surface.
Keep the container away from flammable materials such as curtains, paper, or fabrics.
2. Risk of burns
Do not touch the container when it is hot.
Allow the container to cool completely after use before moving or cleaning it.
Keep the container away from small children and pets.

3. Use of smoking material
Use only smoking materials approved for this purpose.
Do not use flammable liquids or unsuitable materials to avoid damaging the container.

4. Cleaning and maintenance
Let the container cool down before cleaning it.
Do not use harsh cleaning agents or abrasives.