This matched set gives Changó a complete throne: a carved pilón about 9 by 9 by 19 inches and a deep batea about 12 by 12 by 6 inches. The batea's extra depth gives plenty of room for his otanes, oshe and tools.
How do the pilón and batea work together?
In Lucumí practice Changó's fundamento is kept in a wooden batea instead of a porcelain sopera. The batea sits on the pilón, a carved pedestal shaped like a mortar, so the king rests above the floor on his own seat.
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.
What's in the set?
- Pilón: about 9 x 9 x 19 inches.
- Batea: about 12 x 12 x 6 inches, a deeper bowl than our standalone batea.
- Matched finish: made to look right together on the altar.
Why buy it from El Viejo Lázaro?
We've supplied carved wooden pieces for Changó since 2003. Compare this with our Pilón and Batea Set 2, or see the pilón and batea sold separately.
Frequently asked questions
What sizes are the pieces?
The pilón is about 9 x 9 x 19 inches and the batea about 12 x 12 x 6 inches.
Why is Changó kept in a batea?
In Lucumí practice Changó's fundamento is traditionally kept in wood, not porcelain.
Is this set good for receiving Changó?
Yes. It includes both pieces your godparent will need for his fundamento.
When is Changó's feast day?
December 4, the feast of Santa Bárbara.
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