Marble Inlay

Marble Inlay Manufacturer

Pietra dura is a term that is commonly used for the inlay technique of cut and fitted, polished coloured stones to create exclusive designs. This type of artwork is done on marble and is carried out most profoundly in two places in India namely Rajasthan and Agra. The Parchi Kari involves very minute and precise inlay work and is quite expensive among the various stone arts that flourished in the country the most famous one was the inlay work or technique done with the marble stones. Rameshwaram Arts are one of the leading manufacturers of the marble inlay work. This inlay work flourished and reached its peak during the era of the Mughals in Medieval India and especially after the construction of the Taj Mahal.

A traditional art form with just some master specialists left, Marble Inlay is a delicate method that involves rigorously cutting and engraving marble shapes by hand. The pre-etching method involves the shaping of the marble, the composition of the individually created design, and the coating of the marble with geru, a red mineral colour that permits for the etched lines to stand out in contrast. Inlay work begins with a design that's cut out on a brass sheet, which is then placed on marble and drawn. Next, the marble is carved out, using the most basic of tools - a set of chisels and a set-square. Slices of coloured stones (precious and semi-precious) are then exquisitely laid into the marble with adhesive. Before laying in the stone the filled with is crammed with cement, the marble is lightly heated and the stones set.

One of the most captivating works of art that come from marble is "Marble Inlay" work. People often love to have marble inlay work in their homes, mansions, hotels, farmhouse, and restaurants because it not only adds creative charm but also offers long-lasting durability is the same work that beautifies the Taj Mahal and many other Mughal monuments. It is a closely protected traditional art and only a few expert exponents are available today who can do this type of marble inlay work. The frangible process involves cutting and engraving marble shapes manually. only a few experts are skilled enough to do justice to it in this day and age.

 Some of the other notable places which are famous for this art are Vrindavan, Mathura, Jaipur, Udaipur, and Bikaner which are very famous for the intricate jali work on marble. Agra especially concentrates on miniature Taj Carvings, trinket boxes, vases, and lamps. Most of the Mughal monuments and most importantly the Taj Mahal stands as pioneers in the field of marble work. A lot of floral designs and geometric patterns involving very elaborate and intricate work are engraved on the marble stones. The marble inlaying process is quite laborious and requires a lot of tolerance and perfection in the work. Though the work is very arduous it is at the same time highly rewarding. Rameshwaram arts is one of the leading companies of marble inlay work and Gold Furniture products.