altar screen
noun
1(In the Eastern Orthodox Church) the screen which separates the sanctuary from the main body of the church, typically richly decorated with icons.
2(In the Western Church) the ornamental screen behind an altar, often having sculpted figures, niches, finials, tabernacles, etc.
Origin
Late 17th century.
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