Agra Marble Inlay (Pietra Dura)
GI TaggedAgra's parchin kari inlays paper-thin slivers of carnelian, lapis and malachite into white marble to bloom into flowers — the very craft that adorns the Taj Mahal. Today's artisans are direct descendants of the Mughal stoneworkers.
- Region of origin:
- Uttar Pradesh
- GI registration:
- Agra Marble Inlay (regional)
- Materials:
- marble; semi-precious-stones
- Techniques:
- pietra dura stone inlay (parchin kari)
- HS code (customs):
- 6802
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About Agra Marble Inlay (Pietra Dura)
Agra's parchin kari inlays paper-thin slivers of carnelian, lapis and malachite into white marble to bloom into flowers — the very craft that adorns the Taj Mahal. Today's artisans are direct descendants of the Mughal stoneworkers.
- Region of origin
- Uttar Pradesh
- GI registration
- Agra Marble Inlay (regional)
- Materials
- marble; semi-precious-stones
- Techniques
- pietra dura stone inlay (parchin kari)
- HS code (customs)
- 6802
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Agra inlay artisans of Uttar Pradesh.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Agra Marble Inlay (Pietra Dura) is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Agra Marble Inlay (regional)”. A GI tag legally certifies that a piece genuinely originates from its traditional region and is made by its rightful artisan community — your guarantee of authenticity.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin