Paonazzo Rosato is a rare and dramatic Italian marble, primarily quarried in the prestigious Carrara region of Tuscany. This exquisite stone is defined by its luminous ivory-white background, electrified by a high-contrast brecciated pattern. Its intricate veining travels a stunning spectrum from deep charcoal and violet to warm gold and caramel, often appearing as a "peacock feather" effect. Renowned since antiquity, this marble was notably used for the columns of the Hadrian Mausoleum and remains a favorite for luxury statement pieces. Interestingly, its name derives from the Italian word pavone, referencing the iridescent, multi-colored transitions found in its unique mineral structure.
This polished marble is Paonazzo Rosato, cut at 2 cm and quarried in Italy. Lot 17470 measures about 131″ × 72″, with 2 slabs available at our Los Angeles yard.
This slab
The recorded size of a slab in this lot is 131″ × 72″, about 66 square feet. Thickness is 2 cm. This material is recorded as quarried in Italy.
The polished finish is reflective and lets the color read clearly. Two centimeters is a standard slab thickness for counters, vanities, and wall cladding.
In the yard
Lot 17470 at our Los Angeles yard shows 2 slabs in stock, none on hold, and 2 slabs available. Available means in stock minus slabs on hold.
The slabs can be compared in daylight at our Los Angeles yard before anything is cut.
Where it works
For this kind of stone, the usual applications are bathrooms, vanities, fireplace surrounds, and feature walls. The right use still depends on the finish, the thickness, and how the slab will be cared for after it is installed. Inspiration photos show this stone in a Transitional Kitchen.
The material
Marble is a metamorphic stone, recrystallized from limestone, and it is valued for veining and a luminous surface. It is softer and more sensitive to acids than granite or quartzite, so wine, citrus, and strong cleaners can etch a polish. That is why it is a classic for bathrooms, vanities, fireplaces, and walls, and for kitchens when the owner wants the look and will live with a natural patina. A honed face shows etching less than a high polish. Vein direction should be planned on the actual slabs before fabrication.
About Paonazzo Rosato
Paonazzo Rosato is a rare and dramatic Italian marble, primarily quarried in the prestigious Carrara region of Tuscany. This exquisite stone is defined by its luminous ivory-white background, electrified by a high-contrast brecciated pattern. Its intricate veining travels a stunning spectrum from deep charcoal and violet to warm gold and caramel, often appearing as a "peacock feather" effect. Renowned since antiquity, this marble was notably used for the columns of the Hadrian Mausoleum and remains a favorite for luxury statement pieces. Interestingly, its name derives from the Italian word pavone, referencing the iridescent, multi-colored transitions found in its unique mineral structure.