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Botanical Stone: Capital Language at Saint‑Denis
Foliage and capital languages on columns — a botanical reading in stone at Saint‑Denis.
1/29/2026
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Foliage animates columns. Leaf curls, stems, and berries compose a botanical text. Capitals are gardens carved to teach and delight.
Botanical Index
- Acanthus: Classical lineage in medieval stone.
- Vine: Eucharistic reference.
- Lily: Purity and royalty.
Nature translated into carving.
About the Author
Art Writer
As a Paris lover and travel writer, I created this guide to help visitors connect with Saint-Denis — from the birth of Gothic light to the intimate presence of royal memory.
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Saint-Denis
Columns
Foliage
Capitals
Botany
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