Marble.

Marble is probably the most famous of all natural stones. It has impressed and inspired mankind for thousands of years. Its majestic appearance and versatility make it both a sought-after building material and an outstanding material in sculptural art.

Properties of Natural Marble

Marble is formed by the metamorphosis of limestone and also dolomite (pure carbonate rocks) under high pressure and temperatures deep within the earth’s crust. The result is a beautiful, crystalline structure whose calcite crystals are visible to the naked eye at diameters of up to one centimetre and give the marble its characteristic aesthetics. The color palette ranges from pure white to soft shades of beige and pink to intense shades of gray and black. One of the most fascinating properties of marble is its translucency, which allows it to reflect light in a special way, creating a unique atmosphere.

Marble is a pure material – also known as mono-mineral in technical jargon. This means that marble consists entirely (sometimes almost entirely) of one type of mineral. This central characteristic of its composition gives it a glamorous aura and also enables it to be processed with particular delicacy.

Use of Marble in Architecture and Art

Due to its beauty and durability, marble has been used in architecture since ancient times. Famous buildings such as the Parthenon in Athens or the Taj Mahal in India bear witness to the timeless splendor of this natural stone. Marble also has a long tradition in sculpture. Artists such as Michelangelo created masterpieces such as the statue of David, which underlines marble’s impressive ability to be finely worked and detailed.

Nowadays, marble is mainly used in interior design, from elegant floor coverings to kitchen tops and modern sculptures. Although marble can be polished, it is not resistant to acids or scratches. For this reason, granite stones are more suitable for kitchen worktops. However, with special surface treatment, marble is also occasionally used in kitchens.

Its unique aesthetics and versatile usability secure the stone its eternal place in our art and cultural history. Overall, marble is therefore not just a building material, but above all a symbol of luxury and architectural sophistication.