This set brings together the two carved pieces Changó lives on: the pilón, his throne, and the batea, the wooden bowl that holds his fundamento. The pilón measures approximately 9 by 9 by 19 inches and the batea approximately 12 by 12 by 6 inches. Buying them as a set means they're made to sit together, with matching wood and finish.
What are the pilón and batea used for?
In Lucumí practice Changó's otanes and tools are kept in a wooden batea instead of a porcelain sopera. The batea rests on top of the pilón, a carved pedestal shaped like a mortar, which lifts the king above the floor the way a throne should.
Who is Changó?
Changó (Shango) is the Orisha of thunder, lightning, fire, drumming, dance and justice. Tradition remembers him as a king of Oyo who was deified after his death, and he's still honored as a king today. His colors are red and white, his tool is the double headed axe called the oshe, and in Cuban tradition he's syncretized with Santa Bárbara, whose feast is December 4.
Why buy the set?
- A matched pair: the batea sits properly on the pilón.
- Ready for receiving Changó: both pieces your godparent will need.
- A strong centerpiece: for tronos, tambores and santo anniversaries.
Why buy it from El Viejo Lázaro?
We've supplied carved wooden pieces for Changó to Miami's Lucumí community since 2003. Compare this set with our Pilón and Batea Set 3, or buy the pilón and batea on their own.
Frequently asked questions
What is a pilón de Changó?
A carved wooden pedestal shaped like a mortar. Changó's batea sits on top of it like a throne.
Why is Changó kept in wood?
In Lucumí practice Changó's fundamento is traditionally kept in a wooden batea, not a porcelain sopera.
What's included?
One carved pilón, approximately 9 x 9 x 19 inches, and one carved batea, approximately 12 x 12 x 6 inches.
Can I see it in person?
Yes. Visit us at 5800 W Flagler St in Miami.
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