Caen stone
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Caen stone
late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425
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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
The original intention and agreement was, that it should be in Caen stone, but the sculptor, with characteristic liberality, executed it in white marble, at a considerable sacrifice.
From Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 2, No. 8, January, 1851 by Various
It is made of alabaster and Caen stone, and is supported on marble pillars.
From Bell's Cathedrals: The Cathedral Church of Lichfield A Description of Its Fabric and A Brief History of the Espicopal See by A. B. Clifton
Beneath is a handsome reredos of Caen stone, erected in memory of the late Mr. Thomas Terrot Taylor.
From A History of Horncastle from the earliest period to the present time by James Conway Walter
The pulpit is of Caen stone, having a cross within a circle on the front panel, and one serpentine column.
From A History of Horncastle from the earliest period to the present time by James Conway Walter
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