Window Stone WS59 Case Study
In a quiet countryside field, surrounded by wild grasses and open skies, stands a striking stone monument — Window Stone WS59 Case Study, also known as a hololith. Unlike built memorials constructed from many blocks, this hololith is core drilled with a 450mm window from a single, natural piece of stone. It retains its organic character, blending seamlessly into the surrounding landscape. This gives it a timeless quality, as if the earth itself has offered a place of memory and reflection.
What makes this particular remembrance stone remarkable is the engraving on its face: “Lest We Forget.” These words are among the most powerful in commemorative tradition. Used across the world on war memorials and monuments, they remind us of the sacrifices made in times of conflict. Standing before the engraved hololith, the phrase takes on a deep resonance. It is not only a memorial in stone, but also a permanent presence in the living landscape.
The setting of the outdoor memorial adds to its impact. Placed in an open field, rather than a town square or cemetery, the stone becomes part of the natural world. Birds rest on its edges, and wildflowers bloom at its base. The landscape sculpture seems to invite both wildlife and visitors to pause in reflection. Under changing skies, it is exposed to sun, rain, frost, and wind, reminding us of the endurance of memory even in the harshest of conditions.
The design of a window stone monument is symbolic. Its central aperture frames the view beyond — a field, a hedge, a horizon. To look through it is to look both forward and back. The engraved words ground the stone in remembrance, while the open view represents the peace and freedom secured through sacrifice. Without the inscription, the stone would be striking; with it, the stone becomes a memorial of remembrance.
For those who encounter this engraved stone in the field, the effect is powerful. The solidity of the rock contrasts with the motion of the world around it: swaying grasses, flying birds, drifting clouds. In that contrast comes stillness, and in that stillness, reflection. Lest We Forget is not just a statement etched into stone — it is an invitation to pause, remember, and give thanks.
The hololith memorial also speaks to the connection between people, place, and history. It is both sculpture and sanctuary, standing alone yet never lonely. Visitors may find themselves drawn to touch its surface, trace the carved letters, or simply stand in silence. In doing so, they participate in a tradition of remembrance as old as the land itself.
Ultimately, this stone remembrance monument is more than a marker. It is part of the landscape, part of memory, and part of us. By engraving Lest We Forget into enduring stone, we ensure that the message lives on — in the field, in the community, and in the hearts of all who pass by.
Buy Window Stones
We have a number of Window Stones in stock which can all be cut, dressed and if applicable, engraved with house names, number or could be used as memorial stones. This is our largest and most colourful and varied stock ever. Not all of our stock has been added to the website as we can constantly visiting the quarry this time of year to restock on more stone. We also convert stones into bird baths by carving a bowl in the top to contain water. A recent example is Window Stone WS51 Water Feature Case Study. Alternatively Stone Boulder SB52 could work as a focal point or natural garden seat. Contact us with your requirements.
