verde antique
Definition
Noun: 1. A type of decorative stone: A dark green, impure marble (or serpentine marble) historically used for ornamental purposes, such as inlays, columns, and interior decoration. Its color comes from the presence of serpentine minerals.
Usage
- Verde antique is valued for its distinctive deep green color and is primarily used as a decorative building stone.
- It is often polished and used for tabletops, fireplace surrounds, and architectural accents.
Examples
- The museum's grand entrance hall features columns made of verde antique.
- Artisans in the 19th century frequently used verde antique for intricate inlay work.
- The geologist identified the sample as verde antique due to its characteristic green hue and composition.
Advanced Usage
- The term is sometimes used more broadly in antique descriptions to refer to objects made from this specific material.
- The auction featured a 17th-century verde antique tabletop.
Variants and Related Words
- Serpentine marble: A more technical, descriptive synonym for verde antique, highlighting its mineral composition.
- Verde antico: An alternative historical spelling, particularly in older texts or those referencing classical architecture.
Synonyms
- Serpentine marble
- (Contextually) Ornamental marble, decorative stone
Notes on Meaning
- The term specifically refers to the stone's ornamental use and its green color. It is not a term for a pure, white marble.
- "Verde antique" is a fixed compound noun; the words are not typically used separately to describe this material.
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a dark green impure marble
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