A BRIEF HISTORY OF MARBLE

Marble is a beautiful stone that has been used for thousands of years around the globe, and the history of marble is fascinating. This stone is a byproduct of limestone subjected to time under heat and pressure that causes its metamorphosis into marble. Due to its availability and hardness ranking of 3 on the Mohs hardness scale, it has often been a top choice for sculptors earning its popularity and setting the history of marble in stone.

THE FIRST RECORDED USES OF MARBLE

There have been various recordings of ancient cultures using marble. With some of the earliest marble sculptures and carvings dating back to ancient Mesopotamia between 2600-1900 BCE in the form of animal models, the history of marble is long. Other artists in Egypt further developed the art of creating from marble, but the Greeks are most often associated with bringing marble into popularity with their art. The Venus de Milo and Winged Victory of Samothrace are just two of the famous sculptures carved by the Greeks from marble.

MARBLE AND ARCHITECTURE

Marble wasn’t just used to create beautiful art. It was also used to create incredible architecture. Worldwide beautiful architecture has been made using marble for many of the same reasons that it has been used for art. In addition to being readily available and easy to sculpt, marble also offers durability allowing it to stand up to the test of time. From the Parthenon to the Taj Mahal, these architectural masterpieces have shown the possible artistry when using marble. The history of marble being used around the world has inspired many modern architectural structures, such as the Lincoln Memorial.

MODERN MARBLE USE

While marble is still used to create incredible architectural feats, it has also become commonplace on a smaller scale. Similar to these historic buildings, it isn’t uncommon to find marble tiles covering the floors of our homes. The marble use doesn’t stop there though. We now see marble countertops, backsplashes, furniture, and so many other options being used to design the aesthetic of a home.

At Cochise Marble Company, our premium marble can be used for any project, big or small. Whether you’re an architect or an interior designer, you’re sure to enjoy the aesthetic and history our marble will bring to your space. Sourced from our local Arizona marble quarry, we can guarantee the quality and uniqueness of each of our stones. Contact us today and uncover the stone that will be the perfect match for your project!