Scagliola, pronounced sca-lee-oh-lah, flourished in 17th through 19th century Europe as the highest level of ornamental stone artwork and architectural applications. This fascinating technique actually dates to ancient times, as it has been found within Egyptian tombs, Roman and Greek sites, and as far away as India, Luxurious European residences and omate churches featured Scagliola as it brought as richness and complexity that could not be achieved with simple marble or stone. This complexity is the result of layering and finely polishing a pigmented mixture of lime dust, marble or scale.

The Scagliola technique requires years of apprenticing, and is known as one of the most labor intensive and focused processes of its type. Today, François and Co. maintains its coterie of artisans to create the finest in Scagliola products and meet the needs of its connoisseurs. Clients can select from a wide range within our trademark limestone and marble Scagliola collections.