This was known as PIETRA DURA. (Pietra= Stone, Dura= Hard) The Italians had created a classic artistic form and held a monopoly over it. Of all the Mughal Emperors, Shah Jahan was the greatest patron of architecture in India.
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The delicate process involves cutting and engraving marble shapes manually. These small pieces are then slipped in the grooves. Apart from marble, many other materials can also be used. The grooves are filled with their precisely corresponding shapes of colored stone and secured in place with a white putty made from oil, lead oxide and wax.
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The delicate process involves cutting and engraving marble shapes manually. These small pieces are then slipped in the grooves. Apart from marble, many other materials can also be used. The grooves are filled with their precisely corresponding shapes of colored stone and secured in place with a white putty made from oil, lead oxide and wax.
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The delicate process involves cutting and engraving marble shapes manually. These small pieces are then slipped in the grooves. Apart from marble, many other materials can also be used. The grooves are filled with their precisely corresponding shapes of colored stone and secured in place with a white putty made from oil, lead oxide and wax.
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Beaver and Tapley also devised their own wall mounting system using a wooden bar with inbuilt spirit level that the cabinet hangs from. This makes it very easy to put up. This is designed as drinks unit but is equally as good as a desk.
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The Doll and Miniatures collection was massive and the original owner kept all in glass curio cabinets and in various doll houses. this is not my area of expertise but I have researched most of the manufacturers and artists so I could Identify them and learn more.
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Installation Type: Freestanding. Locking Buckle: The locking buckle on the side can firmly lock the upper and lower tiers to ensure a strong connection. Number of Tiers: 3. It is suitable for a bedroom, kitchen, dining room, bathroom, living room, laundry room, office, closet, etc. for organizing clothes, kitchen utensils, sundries, books, files, snacks, and so on.
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