The Ultimate Expression of Timeless Elegance
Mined from the historic quarries of China, Black Marquina Marble has been the cornerstone of luxury architecture since the Renaissance. Its deep black canvas with striking white veins creates unparalleled dramatic contrast, making it the preferred choice for grand staircases, haute couture boutiques, and five-star hotel lobbies.
✔ Architectural Legacy – Used in landmarks like the Prado Museum and Versailles Palace
✔ Uncompromising Quality – Less than 5% of extracted blocks meet our "Gallery Grade" standards
✔ Versatile Sophistication – Equally stunning in modern minimalist and classical Baroque designs
Attribute | Specification |
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Origin | China |
Finish Options | Mirror Polish, Honed, Brushed |
Thickness | 20mm (Standard) / 30mm (Architectural) |
Hardness | 7.0 Mohs (Suitable for high-traffic areas) |
Applications | Grand stair treads, statement walls, luxury flooring |
Chanel Flagship Stores – Checkerboard flooring with white marble
Louvre Abu Dhabi – Dramatic wall cladding in contemporary galleries
Billionaire Yachts – Glossy bar tops with gold inlay accents
Luxury Metals: Polished nickel, 24k gold leaf detailing
Complementary Stones: Statuario white marble, red Rosso Levanto
Lighting Effects: Spotlighting to emphasize dramatic veining
Historic Vein Matching – Recreate classic European architectural details
Large-Scale Bookmatching – Seamless patterns for walls up to 6m tall
"Gallery Selection" Service – Handpick slabs with museum-quality veining
Custom Edge Profiles – Waterfall, bullnose, or hand-chiseled finishes
The Marquina Portfolio: Download technical specs + historical installation case studies
"After 15 years specifying stone, nothing delivers instant grandeur like Chinese Black Marquina. It's the little black dress of architecture."