Scagliola Collection

The Saloon in the Reform Club, with its Ionic columns, tesselated pavement
FLO4669521 The Saloon in the Reform Club, with its Ionic columns, tesselated pavement, vaulted skylight and Scagliola covered walls. Steel engraving by E. Radclyffe after an illustration by G.B

Interior of the pilgrimage church with the central altar and shrine to the 14 helper saints
BAL112339 Interior of the pilgrimage church with the central altar and shrine to the 14 helper saints, designed by Balthasar Neumann (1687-1753), 1742-72 (photo); Wallfahrtskirche, Vierzehnheiligen

The Blue Drawing Room, Buckingham Palace, London, 1894. Creator: Unknown
The Blue Drawing Room, Buckingham Palace, London, 1894. Designed by John Nash, the room is decorated with pairs of scagliola (imitation marble or other stone) columns, here painted to resemble onyx

Bust of Carlo Pisa Faloppia, Modena teacher, 1855 (scagliola)
6336339 Bust of Carlo Pisa Faloppia, Modena teacher, 1855 (scagliola) by Cavazza, Alessandro (1824-73); 75 cm; Assicoop-Unipol Collection, Modena, Emilia Romagna

Bust of Carlo Pisa Faloppia, Modena teacher, 1855 (scagliola)
5974057 Bust of Carlo Pisa Faloppia, Modena teacher, 1855 (scagliola) by Cavazza, Alessandro (1824-73); 75 cm; Assicoop-Unipol Collection, Modena, Emilia Romagna

Bust of Carlo Pisa Faloppia, Modena teacher, 1855 (scagliola)
6336338 Bust of Carlo Pisa Faloppia, Modena teacher, 1855 (scagliola) by Cavazza, Alessandro (1824-73); 75 cm; Assicoop-Unipol Collection, Modena, Emilia Romagna

The Right Hon Sir Michael Hicks Beach (colour litho)
612886 The Right Hon Sir Michael Hicks Beach (colour litho) by Pellegrini, Carlo (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Right Hon Sir Michael Hicks Beach, A scagliola apollo)

Elegant Figures dining in a Courtly Interior (oil on panel)
RAF132041 Elegant Figures dining in a Courtly Interior (oil on panel) by Bassen, B. van (fl.1613-52) & Velde, E. van de (1587-1630); Private Collection; Photo eRafael Valls Gallery, London

The Queens staircase, c. 1679 (photo)
XZL148143 The Queens staircase, c.1679 (photo) by French School, (17th century); ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Stained wood table with Scagliola top, 1906. Artist: Shirley Slocombe
Stained wood table with Scagliola top, 1906. Print from A History of English Furniture, the Age of Mahogany by Percy Macquoid R.I. [T&A Constable, Edinburgh, 1906]

Architectural scene and frame; Wilhelm Fistulator, German, died 1669, active 1602, Frame maker Unknown; Germany, South Germany

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Scagliola is a beautiful and intricate form of decorative art that dates back to the Renaissance period. This technique involves creating faux marble or stone patterns using layers of colored plaster mixed with glue and pigments. The result is a stunning surface that mimics the look of expensive materials like marble, granite, or onyx. Artisans skilled in they are create intricate designs, geometric patterns, and even realistic veining that make it difficult to distinguish from real stone. This art form was popularized in Italy during the 17th century and has since been used in grand palaces, churches, and other architectural marvels around the world. The process of creating scagliola requires patience, precision, and an eye for detail. Each layer of plaster must be carefully applied and polished to achieve a smooth finish before adding more layers for depth and texture. The final product is then sealed with wax or resin to protect it from damage. Today, scagliola continues to be appreciated for its beauty and craftsmanship. Whether used as a tabletop, wall paneling, or column decoration, this timeless art form adds elegance and sophistication to any space. So next time you come across a piece artwork, take a moment to admire the skill and dedication that went into creating it.