{"product_id":"https-www-thesangemarmar-com-products-handcrafted-marble-inlay-decorative-plate-pietra-dura-lapis-malachite-agra","title":"Handcrafted White Marble Inlay Decorative Plate | Pietra Dura Floral Design with Lapis \u0026 Malachite | 11.6 Inch Wall Decor \u0026 Table Accent - Agra, India","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Art That Built the Taj Mahal - Now Yours to Own\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWalk through the interior halls of the Taj Mahal and you will see walls alive with colour - not from pigment, not from tile, but from semi-precious stones inlaid into white marble with a precision so fine it defies belief. That art is called Pietra Dura. And for over 400 years, the artisan families of Agra have carried it forward.\u003cbr\u003eThis decorative marble plate is their work. It is not mass-produced. It is not machine-made. It is not painted. It is stone meeting stone - each piece of lapis lazuli and malachite hand-cut to shape, hand-fitted into carved marble grooves, and polished to a mirror smoothness that reveals colour depths no paint can replicate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Are Looking At\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe design follows a floral mandala format - a tradition rooted in Mughal-era decorative arts. At the centre sits a multi-pointed star motif in burnt orange and gold. Radiating outward are six panels, each filled with lotus and rose-like blooms rendered in two contrasting stones: deep-blue lapis lazuli and vivid green malachite, connected by fine gold-traced vine work across the white marble field.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo two plates are identical\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because the stones are natural - quarried, not synthesized - their veining, depth, and surface variation shift subtly from piece to piece. What you receive is truly one of a kind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Natural White Marble (Makrana)\u003cbr\u003eInlay Stones: Lapis Lazuli + Malachite + Carnelian + Turquoise + Abalone Shell + Mother of Pearl\u003cbr\u003eDesign: Floral Mandala - Pietra Dura Technique\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 11.6 inches (approx. 29.5 cm)\u003cbr\u003eWeight: Approx. 1,010 grams\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Smooth Hand-Polished\u003cbr\u003eIncludes: Decorative Wooden Display Stand\u003cbr\u003eHandmade: Yes - 100% by skilled artisans\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India\u003cbr\u003eUses: Wall decor | Table Centerpiece | Display Plate | Luxury Gift\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Style It in Your Home\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs Wall Art:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount the plate directly on a feature wall - white, dark, or textured - and let the color do the talking. Works beautifully as a solo centerpiece or grouped with other marble pieces in a gallery-wall arrangement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs a Table Accent\u003c\/strong\u003e: Place on a dining table centerpiece, coffee table, or console. On its wooden stand, it becomes an instant conversation piece - the kind of object guests always ask about.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs a Display Plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Showcase on open shelving, a mantelpiece, or a book ledge. Paired with dried botanicals, a candle, or neutral ceramics, it elevates any styled vignette.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs a Gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wrapped and boxed, this plate arrives as a premium luxury gift. It is appropriate for weddings, housewarming, milestone birthdays, corporate gifting, Diwali, Christmas, and Mother's Day. The kind of gift that gets kept for a lifetime - not put in a drawer after a week.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-label=\"Section F - Origin + Brand Trust\" class=\"copy-block\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the City of the Taj Mahal, to Your Door\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sangemarmar is based in Agra - the birthplace of Pietra Dura in India, and the city where this craft has been practised for over four centuries. Our artisans are not hobbyists. They are third- and fourth-generation craftspeople who have trained under family mentors since childhood, carrying forward methods that have not fundamentally changed since the Mughal era.\u003cbr\u003eWhen you buy from The Sangemarmar, you are not buying a decorative object. You are buying into a living tradition - supporting artisan families, preserving a UNESCO-recognized craft heritage, and bringing genuine Indian handcraft into your home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWipe the surface with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor deeper cleaning, use a slightly damp cloth - avoid soaking or prolonged water exposure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use acidic cleaners, vinegar, or abrasive products on the marble or inlay surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore or display indoors, away from direct harsh sunlight for extended periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle with care when moving - marble is durable but heavy, and impact can chip edges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging and Delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour plate is individually wrapped in protective cushioning and packed in a sturdy export-quality box - designed to protect the piece from its origin in Agra to your doorstep anywhere in the world.\u003cbr\u003eFree worldwide shipping. Estimated delivery: 5–7 business days.\u003cbr\u003eEach order is tracked end-to-end and insured for safe transit.\u003cbr\u003eIf your piece arrives damaged, we will make it right - no questions asked.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ Section\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this plate made from real marble and real semi-precious stones?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eYes. The base is natural Makrana white marble - the same stone used in the Taj Mahal. The inlay stones are genuine lapis lazuli and malachite, hand-cut and set individually. No resin, no paint, no synthetic materials.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Pietra Dura?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003ePietra Dura (Italian for 'hard stone') is an ancient decorative art technique in which semi-precious stones are cut into precise shapes and inlaid flush into a marble or stone surface to create coloured patterns. It was used extensively in Mughal architecture, most famously the Taj Mahal. The craft is still practised by artisan families in Agra, India.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this plate to serve food?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThis piece is intended as a decorative art object - for wall display, table accents, or gifting - rather than food service. The hand-polished marble and stone inlay surface is best kept as a display piece to preserve its longevity and finish.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with the wooden stand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eYes. A matching decorative wooden display stand is included. The stand holds the plate upright for table display and can be used as-is from the moment the package is opened.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill my plate look exactly like the photos?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe design pattern and colour scheme will be the same. However, because each plate is individually handcrafted and the stones are natural, there will be slight variations in stone veining and shading. These natural variations are part of what makes each piece genuinely unique - not a flaw.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it packaged for international shipping?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eEach plate is individually wrapped in protective cushioning and placed in a reinforced export-quality box. It is tracked end-to-end. If the piece arrives damaged, contact us within 48 hours with photos and we will arrange a replacement or full refund.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean and care for it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eWipe with a soft dry cloth. For light cleaning, use a slightly damp cloth. Avoid acidic cleaners, bleach, or abrasive materials. Do not soak in water. With simple care, marble inlay art lasts for generations.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a good gift? What occasions is it suited for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-a\"\u003eIt is an exceptional gift for weddings, housewarmings, milestone birthdays, anniversaries, Diwali, Christmas, Mother's Day, and corporate gifting. 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