The Great Procession of Tournai


Statue of Saint Eloi Wooden carving, 18th century.

St Eloi, craftsman and bishop of Tournai. Born in Chaptelat (Limoges, Fr) in 588, he was a goldsmith. In May 641, he was consecrated bishop of Noyon and Tournai. Deceased in 660, he is the patron of all metal workers and farmers. The statue is carried by local farmers.


© Frédéric Denonne September 96.