
The paper went on to describe the altar surrounds: the tabernacle, which from the slab of the altar will rise to the imposing height of 18 feet and a half. At its base will be placed the tabernacle itself, to be ornamental of wrought iron, and adorned with marble and enamel. Above, the figures of two angels will be carved, before a tazza of marble, intended for a monstrance for the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament.
Marble shafts rise at either side and support an archway for which an octagonal spire springs, terminating in a winged seraph. Winged seraphs also crown the two small shafts that rise at the base of the spire.
The report noted that the altar would be completed in two months.