Black and Gold

One of my favorite marbles is called Porturo, or black and gold. You've probably seen it many times-from the huge columns at the Nelson-Atkins museum- to antique clocks and small lamp bases over the years.  In fact, it wasn't mined for many years due to lack of supply, but it is available again, I'm sure at an astronomical price.  Just completed a mantle in a beautiful home near the Plaza--here are a few pics... Keep in mind the varnish, which gives it a honed look is just starting to dry, so there are shiny. wet areas which will dry out evenly--rushed the pics!