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Odysseas Tosounidis: abstract perspective of nature and human form

The abstract perspective of nature and all of its aspects is obvious in Tosounidis’ artworks. The artist is concerned with the concept of creation:...

How Marble Sculptures Have Inspired Artists and Captivated Audiences for Millenia

Throughout art history, sculptors have experimented with an eclectic range of mediums. While cast bronze, carved wood, and fired clay have made lasting impressions, no material has captivated...

How Caryatids Have Beautifully Blended Sculpture and Architecture Since Ancient Times

When you think of marble statues, what comes to mind? You most likely imagine sculptures of freestanding figures, like the Venus de Milo and David. In addition to...

Carrara becomes “White” with its widespread festival dedicated to marble

From 18 to 26 July, Michelangelo's favorite city of marble hosts the fourth edition of “White Carrara Downtown”, the event dedicated to the artistic,...

22 wonderful ideas for marble decoration!

Marble is one of the most impressive and timeless materials used in home decoration. With its finesse and impeccable aesthetics, it gives the spaces...

National Museum of Norway: A gallery in translucent marble

A gallery clad in translucent marble creates a beacon atop the National Museum of Norway, which architecture studio Kleihues + Schuwerk has completed in...

Angelo Mangiarotti never actively practiced product design per se but he was an excellent...

Form alone was what drove him; functionality was secondary, almost negligibleAgapecasa Company introduced its „Mangiarotti Collection“, for which 11 design objects were chosen from...

18th-Century Sculpture Has a Delicate Net Carved Out of a Single Block of Marble

For centuries, sculptors around the world have adopted marble as their medium of choice. In order to both illustrate marble’s carving capabilities and showcase their own sculpting...

Star Wars heroes Rey and Kylo made from Carrara marble in Rome

Rey and Kylo Ren, protagonists of the third stellar trilogy, are displayed at “La Clessidra Sala Blu” gallery in Rome until 29 December. They...

The Use of Marble in Architecture: Classy Material for the Ages

Marble is a precious rock that has many different properties. There are very few rocks like it. The biggest reason why this rock is...