@stone-work.bsky.social
ERC Advanced grant project exploring the trajectory of building materials from source to building site, revealing collective agency in architecture.
'Architecture and Artifice' highlights both little-known craftsmen and iconic landmarks such as Chatsworth, the Cambridge Senate House, Dublin’s Parliament House, and Trinity College Dublin’s Provost’s House.
September 23, 2025 at 3:34 PM
'Architecture and Artifice' highlights both little-known craftsmen and iconic landmarks such as Chatsworth, the Cambridge Senate House, Dublin’s Parliament House, and Trinity College Dublin’s Provost’s House.
Published today by the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art: 'Architecture and Artifice: The Crafted Surface in Eighteenth-Century Building Practice' by Professor Christine Casey: www.stone-work.eu/news.
September 23, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Published today by the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art: 'Architecture and Artifice: The Crafted Surface in Eighteenth-Century Building Practice' by Professor Christine Casey: www.stone-work.eu/news.
Exciting news from @tlrhub.bsky.social: Dr Greg Sullivan (University of York) has been appointed an International Visiting Fellow for 2025–26.
(Photo: Ingo Mehling - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?...)
(Photo: Ingo Mehling - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?...)
August 26, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Exciting news from @tlrhub.bsky.social: Dr Greg Sullivan (University of York) has been appointed an International Visiting Fellow for 2025–26.
(Photo: Ingo Mehling - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?...)
(Photo: Ingo Mehling - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?...)
Derbyshire’s historic houses and quarries illustrate how stone, craft and design are inseparable.
Read the full blog here: www.stone-work.eu/field-trips-...
#ArchitecturalHistory #Culture
Read the full blog here: www.stone-work.eu/field-trips-...
#ArchitecturalHistory #Culture
August 18, 2025 at 9:08 AM
Derbyshire’s historic houses and quarries illustrate how stone, craft and design are inseparable.
Read the full blog here: www.stone-work.eu/field-trips-...
#ArchitecturalHistory #Culture
Read the full blog here: www.stone-work.eu/field-trips-...
#ArchitecturalHistory #Culture
At Lyme Park, successive elevations reveal how masons responded to available building stone.
The Milnrow Sandstone of the north front is shallow and brick-like, contrasting with later deeper ashlar courses by Giacomo Leoni.
#LymePark #StoneWork #Conservation #Heritage
The Milnrow Sandstone of the north front is shallow and brick-like, contrasting with later deeper ashlar courses by Giacomo Leoni.
#LymePark #StoneWork #Conservation #Heritage
August 18, 2025 at 9:08 AM
At Lyme Park, successive elevations reveal how masons responded to available building stone.
The Milnrow Sandstone of the north front is shallow and brick-like, contrasting with later deeper ashlar courses by Giacomo Leoni.
#LymePark #StoneWork #Conservation #Heritage
The Milnrow Sandstone of the north front is shallow and brick-like, contrasting with later deeper ashlar courses by Giacomo Leoni.
#LymePark #StoneWork #Conservation #Heritage
At Ricklow quarry, we observed crinoidal limestone in raw form — quarrymen once called the large fossils “nuts and bolts.”
Polished, this Derbyshire “fossil marble” reveals a vivid tapestry of Lower Carboniferous marine life, seen at Chatsworth in window seats, chimneypieces, and fountains.
#Geology
Polished, this Derbyshire “fossil marble” reveals a vivid tapestry of Lower Carboniferous marine life, seen at Chatsworth in window seats, chimneypieces, and fountains.
#Geology
August 18, 2025 at 9:08 AM
At Ricklow quarry, we observed crinoidal limestone in raw form — quarrymen once called the large fossils “nuts and bolts.”
Polished, this Derbyshire “fossil marble” reveals a vivid tapestry of Lower Carboniferous marine life, seen at Chatsworth in window seats, chimneypieces, and fountains.
#Geology
Polished, this Derbyshire “fossil marble” reveals a vivid tapestry of Lower Carboniferous marine life, seen at Chatsworth in window seats, chimneypieces, and fountains.
#Geology
Kedleston Hall is famous for Robert Adam’s Neoclassical design, but its stone choices are equally striking.
The Coxbench sandstone columns display undulating bedding patterns, accentuated over time by weathering — creating effects evocative of marble veining.
#Kedleston #Sandstone #StoneMasonry
The Coxbench sandstone columns display undulating bedding patterns, accentuated over time by weathering — creating effects evocative of marble veining.
#Kedleston #Sandstone #StoneMasonry
August 18, 2025 at 9:08 AM
Kedleston Hall is famous for Robert Adam’s Neoclassical design, but its stone choices are equally striking.
The Coxbench sandstone columns display undulating bedding patterns, accentuated over time by weathering — creating effects evocative of marble veining.
#Kedleston #Sandstone #StoneMasonry
The Coxbench sandstone columns display undulating bedding patterns, accentuated over time by weathering — creating effects evocative of marble veining.
#Kedleston #Sandstone #StoneMasonry
At Chatsworth House, curators opened access to roof-level areas of the north range.
We studied Ashover Grit sandstone, quarried locally at Ball Cross, Whicksop Edge and later Burntwood Quarry. Its distinctive markings reveal centuries of craftsmanship and geological history.
#Chatsworth #AshoverGrit
We studied Ashover Grit sandstone, quarried locally at Ball Cross, Whicksop Edge and later Burntwood Quarry. Its distinctive markings reveal centuries of craftsmanship and geological history.
#Chatsworth #AshoverGrit
August 18, 2025 at 9:08 AM
At Chatsworth House, curators opened access to roof-level areas of the north range.
We studied Ashover Grit sandstone, quarried locally at Ball Cross, Whicksop Edge and later Burntwood Quarry. Its distinctive markings reveal centuries of craftsmanship and geological history.
#Chatsworth #AshoverGrit
We studied Ashover Grit sandstone, quarried locally at Ball Cross, Whicksop Edge and later Burntwood Quarry. Its distinctive markings reveal centuries of craftsmanship and geological history.
#Chatsworth #AshoverGrit
The STONE-WORK team visited Portland to study the island’s geology, quarrying history and architectural legacy.
From fossil-rich Whitbed and Roach freestones to modern underground mining, we uncovered the deep links between stone, craft and place.
From fossil-rich Whitbed and Roach freestones to modern underground mining, we uncovered the deep links between stone, craft and place.
August 11, 2025 at 8:07 AM
The STONE-WORK team visited Portland to study the island’s geology, quarrying history and architectural legacy.
From fossil-rich Whitbed and Roach freestones to modern underground mining, we uncovered the deep links between stone, craft and place.
From fossil-rich Whitbed and Roach freestones to modern underground mining, we uncovered the deep links between stone, craft and place.
New on the blog: Field trip to the Isle of Portland, Dorset (26–29 May 2025).
From cathedral domes to coastal cliffs, Portland stone has shaped Britain’s architecture and identity. Our latest blog post explores its story from the ground up.
From cathedral domes to coastal cliffs, Portland stone has shaped Britain’s architecture and identity. Our latest blog post explores its story from the ground up.
August 11, 2025 at 8:07 AM
New on the blog: Field trip to the Isle of Portland, Dorset (26–29 May 2025).
From cathedral domes to coastal cliffs, Portland stone has shaped Britain’s architecture and identity. Our latest blog post explores its story from the ground up.
From cathedral domes to coastal cliffs, Portland stone has shaped Britain’s architecture and identity. Our latest blog post explores its story from the ground up.
This was the first of two conferences for the @ERC.europa.eu -funded STONE-WORK project - more to come in February 2026.
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#ArchitecturalHistory #MaterialCulture #STONEWORK #PortlandStone #Carrara #18thCentury #HistoricStonework #BuildingMaterials #Craftsmanship #Geology #Stone
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#ArchitecturalHistory #MaterialCulture #STONEWORK #PortlandStone #Carrara #18thCentury #HistoricStonework #BuildingMaterials #Craftsmanship #Geology #Stone
July 9, 2025 at 12:51 PM
This was the first of two conferences for the @ERC.europa.eu -funded STONE-WORK project - more to come in February 2026.
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#ArchitecturalHistory #MaterialCulture #STONEWORK #PortlandStone #Carrara #18thCentury #HistoricStonework #BuildingMaterials #Craftsmanship #Geology #Stone
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#ArchitecturalHistory #MaterialCulture #STONEWORK #PortlandStone #Carrara #18thCentury #HistoricStonework #BuildingMaterials #Craftsmanship #Geology #Stone
Huge thanks to everyone who presented, organised, and attended. The day offered a fascinating look at the hidden networks behind 18th-century architecture - from local quarries to international marble routes.
July 9, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Huge thanks to everyone who presented, organised, and attended. The day offered a fascinating look at the hidden networks behind 18th-century architecture - from local quarries to international marble routes.
Throwback to an inspiring day at @tlrhub.bsky.social @tcddublin.bsky.social for the “Stone Industry in Britain and Ireland, 1700–1800” conference!
July 9, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Throwback to an inspiring day at @tlrhub.bsky.social @tcddublin.bsky.social for the “Stone Industry in Britain and Ireland, 1700–1800” conference!
One week to go!
See here for the full programme: www.stone-work.eu/events-1/the...
See here for the full programme: www.stone-work.eu/events-1/the...
June 16, 2025 at 2:26 PM
One week to go!
See here for the full programme: www.stone-work.eu/events-1/the...
See here for the full programme: www.stone-work.eu/events-1/the...
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Learn more about the site visit and its findings here:
🔗 www.stone-work.eu/field-trips-...
Or via the link in bio.
#ArtHistory #Masonry #DublinArchitecture #HistoricBuildings #InteriorArchitecture
Learn more about the site visit and its findings here:
🔗 www.stone-work.eu/field-trips-...
Or via the link in bio.
#ArtHistory #Masonry #DublinArchitecture #HistoricBuildings #InteriorArchitecture
April 8, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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Learn more about the site visit and its findings here:
🔗 www.stone-work.eu/field-trips-...
Or via the link in bio.
#ArtHistory #Masonry #DublinArchitecture #HistoricBuildings #InteriorArchitecture
Learn more about the site visit and its findings here:
🔗 www.stone-work.eu/field-trips-...
Or via the link in bio.
#ArtHistory #Masonry #DublinArchitecture #HistoricBuildings #InteriorArchitecture
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Geological identifications by @pavementgeology & Prof. Patrick Wyse Jackson revealed fascinating details, incl. the ‘Half-Moon’ Kilkenny Black Marble and Brocatello di Siena from Tuscany.
#KilkennyLimestone #SienaMarble #Geology #Stonework
Geological identifications by @pavementgeology & Prof. Patrick Wyse Jackson revealed fascinating details, incl. the ‘Half-Moon’ Kilkenny Black Marble and Brocatello di Siena from Tuscany.
#KilkennyLimestone #SienaMarble #Geology #Stonework
April 8, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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Geological identifications by @pavementgeology & Prof. Patrick Wyse Jackson revealed fascinating details, incl. the ‘Half-Moon’ Kilkenny Black Marble and Brocatello di Siena from Tuscany.
#KilkennyLimestone #SienaMarble #Geology #Stonework
Geological identifications by @pavementgeology & Prof. Patrick Wyse Jackson revealed fascinating details, incl. the ‘Half-Moon’ Kilkenny Black Marble and Brocatello di Siena from Tuscany.
#KilkennyLimestone #SienaMarble #Geology #Stonework
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This hands-on visit explored chimneypiece design, materiality, and craftsmanship — from Portland stone and Black Kilkenny limestone to imported Carrara and Siena marble. This is a digital render by Dr Andrew Tierney.
#CulturalHeritage #Marble #HistoricStonework #MaterialCulture
This hands-on visit explored chimneypiece design, materiality, and craftsmanship — from Portland stone and Black Kilkenny limestone to imported Carrara and Siena marble. This is a digital render by Dr Andrew Tierney.
#CulturalHeritage #Marble #HistoricStonework #MaterialCulture
April 8, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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This hands-on visit explored chimneypiece design, materiality, and craftsmanship — from Portland stone and Black Kilkenny limestone to imported Carrara and Siena marble. This is a digital render by Dr Andrew Tierney.
#CulturalHeritage #Marble #HistoricStonework #MaterialCulture
This hands-on visit explored chimneypiece design, materiality, and craftsmanship — from Portland stone and Black Kilkenny limestone to imported Carrara and Siena marble. This is a digital render by Dr Andrew Tierney.
#CulturalHeritage #Marble #HistoricStonework #MaterialCulture
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On April 1st, the @erc.europa.eu STONE-WORK team carried out a field study across several historic buildings in Dublin, focusing on 18th-century chimneypieces — both bespoke and commercially produced.
#STONEWORK #Fieldwork #Architecture #18thCentury
On April 1st, the @erc.europa.eu STONE-WORK team carried out a field study across several historic buildings in Dublin, focusing on 18th-century chimneypieces — both bespoke and commercially produced.
#STONEWORK #Fieldwork #Architecture #18thCentury
April 8, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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On April 1st, the @erc.europa.eu STONE-WORK team carried out a field study across several historic buildings in Dublin, focusing on 18th-century chimneypieces — both bespoke and commercially produced.
#STONEWORK #Fieldwork #Architecture #18thCentury
On April 1st, the @erc.europa.eu STONE-WORK team carried out a field study across several historic buildings in Dublin, focusing on 18th-century chimneypieces — both bespoke and commercially produced.
#STONEWORK #Fieldwork #Architecture #18thCentury
Congratulations to STONE-WORK’s senior geology consultant Professor Patrick Wyse Jackson and Dr Louise Caulfield on the publication of "The Decorative and Building Stones of Dublin: A Walking
Guide", 2025.
Guide", 2025.
March 27, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Congratulations to STONE-WORK’s senior geology consultant Professor Patrick Wyse Jackson and Dr Louise Caulfield on the publication of "The Decorative and Building Stones of Dublin: A Walking
Guide", 2025.
Guide", 2025.
A lovely spring day for the STONE-WORK team examining the relationship between Portland stone
and Golden hill granite at the Chapel, @tcddublin.bsky.social (1787-98), executed by George Darley & son.
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#stonework #18thcenturyarchitecture #craft #architecture #heritage #stone #granite #portland
and Golden hill granite at the Chapel, @tcddublin.bsky.social (1787-98), executed by George Darley & son.
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#stonework #18thcenturyarchitecture #craft #architecture #heritage #stone #granite #portland
March 27, 2025 at 8:44 AM
A lovely spring day for the STONE-WORK team examining the relationship between Portland stone
and Golden hill granite at the Chapel, @tcddublin.bsky.social (1787-98), executed by George Darley & son.
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#stonework #18thcenturyarchitecture #craft #architecture #heritage #stone #granite #portland
and Golden hill granite at the Chapel, @tcddublin.bsky.social (1787-98), executed by George Darley & son.
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#stonework #18thcenturyarchitecture #craft #architecture #heritage #stone #granite #portland
Just back from a fantastic trip to Co. Fermanagh, exploring Castle Coole & Florence Court.
Huge thanks to @nationaltrust.bsky.social for the warm welcome & insights into these fine examples of
craftsmanship in Portland limestone & carboniferous sandstone! #18thCArchitecture
#buildingstone
Huge thanks to @nationaltrust.bsky.social for the warm welcome & insights into these fine examples of
craftsmanship in Portland limestone & carboniferous sandstone! #18thCArchitecture
#buildingstone
March 18, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Just back from a fantastic trip to Co. Fermanagh, exploring Castle Coole & Florence Court.
Huge thanks to @nationaltrust.bsky.social for the warm welcome & insights into these fine examples of
craftsmanship in Portland limestone & carboniferous sandstone! #18thCArchitecture
#buildingstone
Huge thanks to @nationaltrust.bsky.social for the warm welcome & insights into these fine examples of
craftsmanship in Portland limestone & carboniferous sandstone! #18thCArchitecture
#buildingstone
Join us on June 23 for an interdisciplinary conference at @tcddublin.bsky.social @tlrhub.bsky.social, exploring
the 18th-century stone industry in Britain & Ireland. Register for this free event on:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-stone-....
the 18th-century stone industry in Britain & Ireland. Register for this free event on:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-stone-....
February 10, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Join us on June 23 for an interdisciplinary conference at @tcddublin.bsky.social @tlrhub.bsky.social, exploring
the 18th-century stone industry in Britain & Ireland. Register for this free event on:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-stone-....
the 18th-century stone industry in Britain & Ireland. Register for this free event on:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-stone-....