Excerpt from The Onyx Marbles: Their Origin, Composition, and Uses, Both Ancient and Modern
Again, this stone is called ''alabastrites'' by some, and is hollowed out into vessels for holding unguents, it having the reputation of pre serving them from corruption better than anything else. In a calcined state it is a good ingredient for plasters. That which is of a honey color is the most esteemed, covered with spots curling in whirls and not transparent. Alabastrite is considered defective when it is of a white or horn color, or approaching to glass in appearance.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history, geology, composition, and uses of onyx marbles, a beautiful and versatile decorative stone used since ancient times. The author traces the use of this stone from its origins in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome, to its continued popularity in modern architecture and design. Along the way, the book explores the geological processes that create these captivating stones and discusses the wide range of colors and patterns that make each piece unique. With its in-depth research and captivating prose, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of the world of onyx marbles, making it an invaluable resource for architects, designers, historians, and anyone interested in the beauty and versatility of natural stone. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334486791_0
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