Marble is one of the most famous types of natural stone nowadays. Many know that it’s an old and beautiful rock, but how and why did it begin to be so widespread? We will explore the history behind this gorgeous kind of stone in this article today.

Marble’s popularity began a long time ago, even the name, “Marble”, comes from the Greek: “Mur” or “Murmur” means “a shiny stone”. And since ancient Greece, Egypt and Rome times, different colored marble has been used in the construction industry and served a special role in people’s hearts.

Egypt

In ancient Egypt, marble vessels were put in the pharaohs’ tombs, so they could have them in the afterlife. Marble and gold were considered the best building materials, adored by all. No wonder people believed, that by placing marble objects and sculptures next to the tombs of the loved ones, they were assuring a better life after death for them.

Greece

In Ancient Greece, marble was often used in art and some of the most fascinating objects of art are made of this rock. One of the most famous sculptures is Venus de Milo, which has been carved out of marble in Ancient Greece, it is still associated with elegance and gracefulness, just as the material itself.