Thassos White Marble: A History of Elegance and Prestige
This particular type of marble, quarried on the Greek island of Thassos, located in the northernmost part of the Aegean Sea, has a history...
Paris: The City of Light and Marble
France, a nation steeped in history and cultural richness, is home to a multitude of marble monuments that are veritable masterpieces of human ingenuity....
Panathenaic Stadium: The house of the first modern Olympic Games built entirely of marble
The spectacular Panathenaic Stadium remains one of the city’s most popular tourist attractions and is a shining beacon of modern Athens. Following several transformations...
Olympia: The Pinnacle of Intellectual, Athletic, and Artistic Excellence in the Ancient World
The Olympic Games stand as one of the most enduring institutions of antiquity. Spanning a remarkable 1,169 years, they were held every four years...
The Uses of Natural Stone in the Mediterranean Style
Natural stone is one of the most widespread materials ever for its resistance, versatility, and timeless elegance: it goes very well with multiple styles,...
Porfido: The Timeless Stone of Strength and Beauty
Derived from the ancient Greek word "πορφυροῦς," meaning "purple," porfido stands as a testament to the enduring allure of natural stone. This igneous rock,...
The Past and Future of Marble Sculpting: Art Beyond the Ages
Marble sculpting is an art form that has stood the test of time, with evidence of its existence dating back to prehistoric times. From...
Traces of Bronze Age Copper Mine Found in Oman
Science in Poland reports that evidence for the processing of copper ore has been found in the rocky, mountainous Qumayrah region of Oman.
Piotr Bieliński...
A Moment in Time: Telling the Stories in Natural Stone
By Karin Kirk, Geologist
Natural stone isn’t just beautiful and durable; it’s a monument to Earth’s past. Every piece of natural stone is a product...
Italy: the history of the transport of marble from the Roman age until today
For centuries, the transportation of marble blocks from the quarry to the coast and their loading on ships represented a problem which limited the...
