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Alabaster Stone Plate very fine fully handmade webwork & Pietra dura design gemstones inlay home decor amezing decorative gifts
Size 10\" X 10\"
Handmade from marbleHandcarved with marbleDecorated with sequence workLight and handyMade by rural artisans
How the Inlays Art is Done ~
Precious and Semi-Precious Gemstones are set in marble in such a way that they shine like gems set in a ring.
The technique of inlaying marble is essentially no different from that used in the Taj Mahal.
The marble stone is first traced with the pattern of brass sheet. The pattern may be of any shape, design or size. The quarried marble is then cut to size and painstakingly sculpted.
Once the desired contours are achieved, small indentation (grooves) are created by hand on the marble stone base to hold the gemstones.
The different colored stones, Precious and Semi Precious, are cut as per the design/size of the Pattern . The cut stone fit perfectly into the marble. After the stones are set in place, the piece is polished to a rich luster.
History of Inlay Art ~
The birth of Inlay Art began in Florence, Italy during the 16th Century. The Art of Inlay was brought to India by the Mughals in the 17th Century especially in Agra City.
Introduced to India during the regime of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan Inlay Art was very popular in architecture as well as in sculptures. White marble monuments incorporated with Inlay Artwork were also constructed. The most famous & well-known being the Taj Mahal.
The Taj Mahal, constructed by thousands of skilled artisans, depicts the great art of inlay on a grand scale. The Taj Mahal is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and the finest example of the late style of Indian Islamic architecture. The Mughal emperor Shah Jahan ordered it built in 1631 after the death of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
The white marble exterior is inlaid with semiprecious stones arranged in Arabic inscriptions (designed by a local artist Amanat Khan, who was Shah Jahan\'s calligrapher), floral designs, and arabesques, and the salient features of the interior are accented with agate, jasper, and colored marbles.
The building, which was completed between 1632 and 1638, was designed to reflect the gardens of Paradise to which the faithful ascend. The entire complex, with gardens, gateway structures, and mosque, was completed in 1648.
Inlays Art is still very popular in India allowing many artisans to earn their livelihood from this wonderful Art .
Gemstones ~ Folklore, Legend, and Healing Properties
Healing gemstones have been part of just about every culture for centuries.
Myths and folklore surrounding them abound. These stories probably arose from the attempts of a culture to explain what was going on around them without the benefit of scientific knowledge. Each culture had different beliefs and superstitions that also played a large part in the telling of these tales. Whether the stories have any truth to them is a complete mystery. However, true or not, they’re at least interesting and can make great topics of conversation.
Carnelian ~
Carnelian\'s healing properties are thought to help purify the blood, relieve menstrual cramps and back pain. It is also thought to be beneficial in the treatment of infertility and is worn to enhance passion and desire.
Today, some believe that Carnelian gives energy, guards against poverty and calms the temper.
Folklore suggests that carnelian was used protect the traveler after death and guard against evil.
Lapis Lazuli ~
Strengthens total awareness, creativity, ESP, skeleton, thyroid, helps to expand viewpoint. It is believed to improve sleep and cure insomnia.The Romans used lapis as an aphrodisiac. During ancient times lapis was ground up and used for medicinal purposes as well as a cosmetic. The ground powder was mixed with milk and used as a compress to relieve ulcers and boils and, during the Middle Ages, lapis lazuli was believed to maintain the skeleton in healthy condition while keeping the spirit free from the negative emotions of fear and jealousy.
Ancient Egyptians used to bury a scarab made of Lapis Lazuli with their dead, believing it would offer protection in the afterlife. They also wore Lapis as a symbol of truth. Many very early cultures valued it more than gold. Some believed dreaming of Lapis meant that the person would find everlasting love and faithfulness.
Lapis lazuli is one of the most valuable semi opaque stones. The Egyptians used Lapis for seals, ground it for an eyelid cosmetic and often carved it into vases and figurines.
Turquoise ~
Turquoise brings happiness and good fortune. Turquoise attracts money, success and love. Its powers include protection, healing, courage, friendship, and luck. Relaxes the mind, and eases mental tension.
It\'s said that turquoise attracts healing spirits, making it a premier healing stone. Believed to be a protective stone, turquoise is worn to guard against violence and accidents. Turquoise is also a valuable amulet for travelers.
Turquoise was an important ornamental mineral for jewelry and other object by the ancient Egyptians. It graced the necks of Egyptian Pharaohs and adorned many ceremonial objects.
Turquoise has been thought to warn the wearer of danger or illness by changing color. In the 13th century, turquoise was thought to protect the wearer from falling, especially from horses.
Turquoise is sacred to many Native American\'s and was carved into the shape of animals and birds. These carvings were placed in the Indians tombs to attract beneficial spirits and to guard the dead. Turquoise has adorned the ceremonial dress & various jewelry items of Native Americans. It has also been used by medicine men for healing and by warriors who fixed turquoise to the end of their bows to insure accurate shots.
Jasper ~
Jasper was thought to drive away evil spirits and protect against snake and spider bites.
Jasper was known as the great \"rain-bringer\" in the fourth century.
Jasper was also believed to cure gynecological problems including a belief that wearing it strengthened the stomach.
Leopard skin Jasper is said to bring one what they need. Poppy Jasper is said to help bring joy into life. Opalite Jasper is said to help one sleep.
Malachite ~
Mining Malachite began as early as 4000 BC by ancient Egyptians. In the Middle ages, malachite was worn to protect from black magic and sorcery. In Ancient Greece amulets for children were made of malachite.
A gorgeous stone, Malachite is worn by many to detect impending danger. This beautiful green stone offers bands of varying hues and is believed by many to lend extra energy. It is believed that gazing at Malachite or holding it relaxes the nervous system and calms stormy emotions. Malachite is said to bring harmony into one\'s life. It is also believed that malachite gives knowledge and patience. Malachite is used as a children\'s talisman to ward off danger and illness. It is often attached to infant\'s cradles. Its powers include: protection, power, peace, love, and success in business. It is worn to detect impending danger, and is assumed to break into pieces when danger is near. It is
the guardian stone of travelers. Promotes inner peace and hope, provides protection and security.
Malachite is said to aid in the regeneration of body cells, creates calm and peace, and aids one\'s sleep.
Sodalite ~
Sodalite promotes peace and harmony. It is said sodalite will harmonize the inner being or the conscious and subconscious mind. Keep sodalite in your pockets and in every room of your house, so its peaceful properties will flow all around you. Sodalite is also thought to dispel guilt and fear and draw wisdom.
Sodalite is associated with the thyroid. It is perfect in a necklace. Wear it when you want to loose a few pounds. Sodalite is the stone of athletics, as it stimulates endurance.
It helps in communicating and will give confidence to speak more. Sodalite is extra lucky for writers.
About us
We are specialist to produce custom Corporate Gifts &Promotional items and currently supplying & Exporting to many National andInternational Corporate companies, Indian Ministries, Government Showroom &Embassy. Known for its innovative designs and flawless finish, our range is inhigh demand by our importers spread across the globe. Some of our beguilingrange comprises Gem stone Tiles & Slabs, Marble Animals Sculpture andfigures, Christmas Hanging decoration,hand made , Marble inlay Plates & Jewellery Boxes, Photo frames, FlowerVases, Marble God Statues, Sand stone Garden Furniture like Benches, Statues,Fountain, Pot & Planter, Marble & Wooden Temple, Alabaster AnimalFigures & Lamp, Buddha Statues, Wooden, Glass, Brass handicrafts products.With the increasing global demand for our statues, we striveto maintain high standards in our products and keep ourselves updated with themarket trends. Moreover, with our ability to design our range in variety ofdesigns, sizes, diverse patterns, color combinations and others helps us inmeeting the needs of the clients based not only in India but also in USA,Europe and other countries.
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