A Brief History of Taj Mahal.

Marble Inlay Art is also known as Pietradura Art or Pietredura Art. This is almost 400 years old Art, today is still in tradition in the land of the Taj Mahal. The Art of Marble Inlay or “PachiKari” or "Parchinkari" was introduced in India in the 17th century by the Mughals. The Mughals who were known for their great passion for art and architecture brought with them many different forms of art during their rule, which was the golden period of India’s architectural history.“ParchinKari” was a little-known art which was made famous by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, who envisaged the decoration of the Taj Mahal (today one of the Top first Historical Monuments of the world) by this exquisite work, to fulfil the last wishes of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, whose real name was "Arjumand Bano Begum" The master craftsmen who specialized in this fine art of setting gems and semiprecious stones in marble came from Persia (today’s Iran) to decorate the Taj Mahal. So enormous was the vision of the Emperor that it took 20000 highly skilled master craftsmen, it took 22 years to realize his dream. During these years most of the master artisans had chosen Agra as their second home, as Agra was the capital of the most powerful imperial courts of the east and a great centre for scholars and artisans. Since then this exquisite art has been an integral part of the cultural heritage of Agra and has been kept alive by the descendants of the great artisans who gave the world the mesmerizing Taj Mahal. But today, marble inlay is enjoying a renaissance.

About us and Marble Inlaid Art

Marble Cottage Established in 1974 by designer and  artist Mohammad Mubin (descendant of Persians artists in Taj Mahal during 16th century) has been working with inlay for many years, between 1970 and 1974, he sought new materials and innovative ideas on a journey through India, and He investigated the relationship between material quality of art & local cultures.

Marble Inlay Designs we create.

The customer's most unusual idea can be translated into a piece that is unlike any other in the world. We create unique designs according to the order of beautiful floral, geometrical & other patterns.

Stones we use for Marble Inlay work.

Marble Cottage uses Semi-precious stones like Lapis lazuli, Malachite, Cornelian, Coral, Turquoise, Paua Shell, Jasper, Onyx, Agate etc., can be used for inlay.

The marble that we use in inlay art.

Marble Cottage use Marble for inlay in four different types & colour marble i.e. Makrana white, carapace black, jade green and jasper yellow.

Chief Characters of Indian marble that we use for making Marble Inlay Handicrafts

1. It is stain-proof. Any kind of drink like highly acidic coca-cola, wine or whisky, tea & coffee won't stain it. So it is quite functional.

2. White and pink marble is "Translucent", green and black are "Opaque".

3. It is "washable" with normal soap or detergent. Even it is inlaid, cleaning it is no problem.

Products
Marble Cottage produce in their own manufacturing factory like Marble Inlay Table Tops, Dining Tables, Plates,Boxes, Marble Inlaid Trays, Pietre dure Tables,Coaster-sets, Chess Boards, Backgammon Boards, Vases, Wine Cups, Card/Pen holders, Photo Frames, Marble Inlay Medallion,Marble Inlay Tiles, Inlaid floor, Console Table, Marble Coffee Table, Kitchen Counters, Statues, Animal figures, Fireplaces, Tomb-Stones, Nameplate, custom design, calligraphy and corporate gifts.

For further Information, If any, Please Contact us:
Mr.Mohammad Azhar
+91-992-750-7868

Marble Cottage
Shop No 7,6,5 Jasoria Enclave,
Near IDEA Zonal Office
Fatehabad Road, AGRA-282001 INDIA

OFF PHONE: +91-562-4001812                                         
E-mail: marblecottage@gmail.com
website: https://www.parchinkari.com/
          

History of Taj Mahal and Inlay Art

Taj Mahal, one of the wonders of the world. It's known for exceptional inlay work and architecture. Marble Cottage presents, the wonders of same inlay work for your interiors. We capture the beauty of Taj Mahal as inlay designs on White Makrana Marble & Kudappa Black stone to guard the royalty of the Great Mughal's era.

Marble Inlay is one of the most intricate and complicated arts. It is originated in Florence, Italy in the 16th century known as Pietra Dura. It was introduced in India in the 17th century by the Mughals. The art of inlay is called "Parchin Kari".

We have an imperial collection of Marble Inlay Table Tops, Tiles, Floorings, Stairs, Borders & Panels etc. Add a new colour to your home decor with these mesmerizing and colourful floral patterns exquisitely inlaid on White Marble & Kudappa Black Stone and win an all-around enthusiastic response from your guests.

Our designs are inspired by some of world known monuments, buildings and churches. We are also creating sceneries in INLAY which show the scene of Hindu and Christian mythology as well as ancient European culture.

The most important fact about our art, until now we are using the same kind of tools as used in the 16th & 17th century for this work. Also using the same sort of stones, which are not only genuine but they give real look of the past era.

The Making of Inlay Art.

The art of marble inlay is a traditional form of art which is confined to the Muslim community of Agra.

Work begins by careful planning of designs, which is done by the “Ustad” or the master craftsman

After a design has been chosen, the “Ustad” sets the colour scheme and totality of the design. This is followed by a careful selection of raw material (like various semiprecious stones and marble), which is selected by the experienced master craftsman. During this process, special emphasis is laid on choosing various shades of semiprecious stones to give the right gradation and shading to the flowers and other motifs.

The selected stones are then shaped with the help of, especially made emery wheels. Each part of the design is shaped individually, which requires a lot of patience. At times a single Magnolia flower may have more than 100 individual pieces and may require about one week to make.

Once all the stones are shaped, work passes to a different group of artisans who specialize in inlaying the stone motifs in marble. Here grooves are cut in the marble with a help of an iron chisel. The grooves are made exactly of the same size so that the stones can fit perfectly in them. The stones are set in the grooves by special glues. This is followed by hand polishing of the marble article, which is done with the help of a traditional polishing powder which is applied on the surface with a soft, moist muslin cloth

Finally, the article is checked carefully for any shortcomings, which if present are rectified before shipping to the customer.

Marble Inlay Art Collection

Marble Inlay Art Collection, this collection is totally done by hand in our factory.

we are manufacturer, supplier, wholesaler and exporter of Marble Inlay Art Products in our own factory.

we have different kind of Artist, who is Specialised in Inlai Work, filigree work, stone cutting work, lattice work or Jali work, Inlay Work, Marble Carving Work.

We make in our marble factory marble inlay Art table top, marble coffee table, marble inlay Garden table, marble plates, marble inlay Art, marble tiles, marble inlay medallions, marble inlay coaster set, and with custom made.

you can buy online marble items;

for her special occasion. we are preparing to make marble souvenir and gift for this coming Christmas you may contact us we can make special orders and special design for you.

we are specialised in Marble inlay art with several design, we do overlay work with mother-of-pearl we use semi precious stone in our factory like malachite, Coral,a Turquoise, Pauch Shell, some more other stone like Turquoise, Coral and amethyst.

we are working with  Agate Table, Agate Counter Tops, we make marble coffee table, we make marble countertops, you may contact us on

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Rectangle Shape Table Top in White Marble

White Marble Inlay Art Table Top

Side Bed Table Top in White Marble

Octangle Shape Marble Table Top

Mughal Design Table Top in White Marble

Flower Pot design Table Top with Stand

Malakite Table Top in White Marble Inlay Art

Pietradura Art Table in White Marble

Pietredura Table Top in White Marble

Tree of Life in white Marble Inlay Art

Mother of Pearl Table in Black Marble

Square Shape Table with Flower Design

Abstract Design Round Table Top in Black Marble

Table Top with Mother of Pearl in Octangle shape

Round Table in Black Marble

Table with Stand in White Marble

Home Interior Decoration Marble Inlay Art Table

Fruit Bowl Table Top in White Marble Inlay Art

Lapis lazuli Table in White Marble

Rose Design Table in White Marble Inlay Art

Round Table in White Marble with Flower Design

Rectangle Shape Table Top in White Marble

Lapis lazuli Table in White Marble

Rectangular Coffee Table Top in White Marble

Round Table in White Marble Inlay Art

Turquoise Table Top in White Marble

Malakite Table Top in White Marble

Dinning Table Top in White Marble Inlay with Green Malachite

Orange Carnelian Table Top in White Marble Inlay Art

Blue Table Top in White Marble

Inlaid Art Table Top in White Marble

Orange Carnelian Table in White Marble

Taj Mahal Design Inlay Art Table Top

White Mother of Pearl Table Top

Wall Panel in White Marble Inlay Art

Mughal Design Trivet for your Kitchen

Bird Design Trivet for Dinner Table

Lattice work in White Marble Inlay Art

Chess Table Top in White Marble

Marble Chopping Board

Mother of Pearl Table Top in White Marble

Mother of Pearl Table Top in White Marble

Chess Table Top in White Marble Inlay Art

Malakite Table Top in Chess Design

Chessboard in White Marble

Marble Coffee Table Top in White Marble

Elephant Design Table Top in White Marble Inlay Art

Small Table Top in White Marble Inlay with Semi Precious Stone

Elephant Design Table Top in Small Size

Picture of Elephant Figure Table Top

Parrot Design Table Top in White Marble

Horse Design Table Top in White Marble

Birds Design Table Top in White Marble

Pair of Parrot Design Table Top in White Marble

Pair of Parrot Design Table Top in White Marble

Birds Design Table Top in White Marble

Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal Photo in White Marble Inlay Art Table

Chess Table with Lapis lazuli