Caen stone
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Caen stone
late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425
Example Sentences
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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
In Sussex, where Caen stone was largely used, and we should expect foreign influence to be noticeable, the proportion of apsidal chancels is small.
From The Ground Plan of the English Parish Church by A. Hamilton (Alexander Hamilton) Thompson
The king, by letters-patent, declared that the ‘quarries of white stone’ were to remain to him and his heirs for ever: this monopoly proves the value in which the Caen stone was held.”
From Architectural Antiquities of Normandy by John Sell Cotman
The fireplace was of Caen stone with the family arms of the Hildebrands sculptured in the central panel.
From In Jeopardy by Van Tassel Sutphen
The Carlton is rich in ornament, with polished granite columns decorating a front of Caen stone.
From The Strand District The Fascination of London by Sir Walter Besant
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