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Understanding cinerary monuments
As a specialist in stone cutting, our commitment is to provide you with detailed information on various aspects of commemorative monuments. On this page, we explore the concept of a cremation monument, which serves to honor the memory of loved ones after cremation. Indeed, cremation does not prevent the existence of a memorial site where the urn will be placed.
What is a cinery monument or tomb ?
Unlike traditional funeral monuments that cover a burial site, a cinery monument is designed to receive and preserve the ashes of a deceased person following cremation. It provides a place for remembrance and reflection, bearing witness to the life and love shared with the departed.
The differences compared to the funeral monument :
- Function : While funeral monuments often mark the location of a burial, columbarium monuments are dedicated to preserving ashes, providing an intimate space for remembrance.
- Design : Columbarium monuments can take various forms, ranging from a simple tombstone plaque to an elaborate stele with or without a gravestone (with an adapted size), depending on the family's preferences and wishes.
- Symbolism : Just like funeral monuments, columbarium monuments can be personalized with engravings, patterns, and symbols that reflect the deceased's personality and beliefs.
Individual versus Collective Columbarium :
- Individual columbarium : an individual columbarium is designed to hold the ashes of a single person, providing a dedicated and personal place of remembrance.
- Columbarium : A columbarium is a structure that houses multiple funeral urns, offering a communal space for commemoration and remembrance.
The elements of a columbarium monument
- Commemorative plaque : The commemorative plaque, often engraved with names, dates, and messages, identifies the deceased and honors their memory. The plaque is essential in the case of a columbarium, whereas for an individual monument with a stele or tombstone, the engraving will be done directly on these elements.
- Tombstone : a tombstone slab is part of a columbarium monument, with a more compact size compared to a traditional funerary monument.’un monument cinéraire avec une dimension plus restreinte que dans le cadre d’un monument funéraire.
- Stele : the urn, containing the ashes of the deceased, is often placed on a base near the stele when it is not in the underground vault.
- Customization : elements such as poems or symbols can be added to make the columbarium monument unique and meaningful.
In conclusion, columbarium monuments provide a respectful and moving place to commemorate those who have passed. Whether as an individual columbarium or a space within a collective columbarium, each monument stands as a testament of love and eternal remembrance.
The advantage of Burgundy natural stone for columbarium monuments
The natural limestone from Burgundy offers timeless quality and beauty, making it an exceptional choice for columbarium monuments. Its varied tones and subtle nuances bring warmth and elegance to each creation, creating a space for remembrance imbued with serenity and respect.
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, carefully selected Burgundy limestone is renowned for its durability, ensuring that the columbarium monument remains a lasting tribute to the memory of the deceased. Additionally, the ability to personalize natural stone allows families the freedom to express their love and respect in a unique and meaningful way.
Whether for an individual columbarium monument or a shared space in a columbarium, the use of Burgundy natural stone adds authenticity and nobility to each monument, perpetuating the memory of loved ones in an eternal way.
For more information about our custom columbarium monument services, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to guide you through this important journey of remembrance and tribute.
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