Ashlar

/ˈæʃlər/
noun

A large rectangular block of stone used in buildings.

The church was built using large ashlar blocks.
Visual representation of "ashlar" - A large rectangular block of stone used in buildings

Often appears as...

  • ashlar masonry
  • ashlar stone

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Technical

noun

A type of stone carving technique where stones are cut to match each other exactly.

The intricacy of the ashlar work on the monument is truly remarkable.
Visual representation of "ashlar" - A type of stone carving technique where stones are cut to match each other exactly

Often appears as...

  • faced ashlar
  • ashlar carving

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Technical

noun

A large rectangular block of stone used in buildings.

The church was built using large ashlar blocks.
Visual representation of "ashlar" - A large rectangular block of stone used in buildings

Often appears as...

  • ashlar masonry
  • ashlar stone

Usage tips

Technical

noun

A type of stone carving technique where stones are cut to match each other exactly.

The intricacy of the ashlar work on the monument is truly remarkable.
Visual representation of "ashlar" - A type of stone carving technique where stones are cut to match each other exactly

Often appears as...

  • faced ashlar
  • ashlar carving

Usage tips

Technical

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Construction Material

Ashlar refers to cut stone for building, indicating craftsmanship and durability.

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The mansion's walls were reinforced with strong ashlar.
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Visual Uniformity

Ashlar gives a neat look as blocks are smooth and uniformly sized.

Illustration for Visual Uniformity
The castle featured an imposing facade of carefully laid ashlar.
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Historical Architecture

Ashlar is common in historical structures; spotting it can hint at age and style.

Illustration for Historical Architecture
The ancient ruins were identified by their characteristic ashlar remains.
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Construction Material

Ashlar refers to cut stone for building, indicating craftsmanship and durability.

Illustration for Construction Material
The mansion's walls were reinforced with strong ashlar.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Visual Uniformity

Ashlar gives a neat look as blocks are smooth and uniformly sized.

Illustration for Visual Uniformity
The castle featured an imposing facade of carefully laid ashlar.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Historical Architecture

Ashlar is common in historical structures; spotting it can hint at age and style.

Illustration for Historical Architecture
The ancient ruins were identified by their characteristic ashlar remains.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Construction Material

Ashlar refers to cut stone for building, indicating craftsmanship and durability.

Illustration for Construction Material
The mansion's walls were reinforced with strong ashlar.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Visual Uniformity

Ashlar gives a neat look as blocks are smooth and uniformly sized.

Illustration for Visual Uniformity
The castle featured an imposing facade of carefully laid ashlar.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Historical Architecture

Ashlar is common in historical structures; spotting it can hint at age and style.

Illustration for Historical Architecture
The ancient ruins were identified by their characteristic ashlar remains.
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