Caen stone

American  

noun

1. a cream-colored limestone quarried near Caen, France, for use in building.

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Etymology

Origin of Caen stone

late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425

Example Sentences

The chimney pieces are imposing and carved with 3D figures; the one in the library depicts the Principles of Speech in Caen stone.

From The Guardian • Jul. 8, 2018

It is very elaborately carved, and is made of Caen stone and Purbeck marble.

From Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Chichester (1901) A Short History & Description Of Its Fabric With An Account Of The Diocese And See by Corlette, Hubert C. (Hubert Christian)

The King sat very upright in his chair; his hands rested on the carved arms; and his face and eyes were as if made of Caen stone, chalky and hard.

From The History of Richard Raynal, Solitary by Benson, Robert Hugh

But though irregular, it was certainly a noble edifice, faced with Caen stone, and richly adorned by the chisel of the sculptor.

From Seaward Sussex The South Downs from End to End by Holmes, Edric

Built of brick trimmed with Caen stone, planned in the form of a Greek cross, it was the first example of the Byzantine style of architecture in America.

From Literary New York Its Landmarks and Associations by Hemstreet, Charles