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Yes, Victorians had marble fireplaces. During the era, people also had fireplaces made of wood and other types of stone. The fireplace provided a source of heat and light on chilly nights. On 1stDibs, shop a range of fireplaces from some of the world’s top sellers.

The cost of a marble sculpture will vary depending on the size, artistic time, warehouse space, engineering and administration. Since marble is rarer it is more expensive than other types of rocks used for sculpture. On 1stDibs you will find figurative, abstract, still-life and nude marble sculptures starting from a range of $200 and upward.

Black marble is found in various locations. Some of the most well-known quarries are in Agadir-Biougra and Erfoud, Morocco; Markina, Spain; Laurens, France; Zaghouan, Tunisia; La Spezia, Italy; and Balochistan, Pakistan. Shop a variety of black marble furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

A marble mortar, with the aid of a pestle, is used for grinding spices, nuts and herbs. The smooth non-porous surface of the mortar means less of your ingredients are lost to cracks and crevices. You’ll find a variety of marble mortar and pestles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

A marble egg is considered to be a symbol of life and rebirth and is given as a gift to wish for prosperity. Prices for a marble egg can differ depending upon size, period, and other attributes. You can find a large collection of antique and vintage marble eggs on 1stDibs.

The number of solutions to the game Marble Solitaire depends on the number of marbles played with. For the classic 32-marble version of the game, there are over 40 quadrillion potential solutions. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Marble Solitaire games.

Yes, marble can crack around a fireplace. However, proper installation, including being ‘slabbed,’ helps prevent cracks from happening. Consult an expert for more specific information. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique marble fireplace surrounds from some of the world’s top sellers.

Whether marble is a good choice for a fireplace is largely a matter of personal preference. Many people appreciate the beauty of marble and value the material because it is resistant to the effects of fire and heat. On 1stDibs, find a selection of marble fireplaces.

The best adhesive for a marble fireplace is a matter of preference. But for marble clear regular silicon adhesive is used, particularly the joints of the marble sections. As silicon is a very flexible adhesive, it is ideal to use it for various sections of the fire surround. The main advantage of using silicon over more permanent options is that it can be removed if not needed. Visit 1stDibs for marble fireplaces, mantels and fireplace tools.

Antique marbles are generally not worth much, though they're more valuable than the ones that were mass-produced in 1884 and 1950.

Whether marble tables break easily is a subjective question. Dropping something heavy or placing something extremely hot on marble tabletops could result in damage, but many marble tables have lasted for decades and longer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of marble tables.

Before attaching a marble top to a table, make sure the table can handle the weight. Then, clean the surface and apply a silicone adhesive and attach the marble. Save the hassle and shop a selection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

The weight of a marble vanity top is highly dependent on its size, thickness and the grade of marble. Average grade marble weighs 13.34 pounds for a square foot that is one inch thick. Browse a collection of marble vanities on 1stDibs.