About Us
Intarsia is an advanced lapidary technique in which many types and colors of stone are cut and assembled with precision to form geometric designs or pictures. It is also known as "pietre dure" hardstone marquetry Commeso or Florentine Mosaic and was invented in Florence, Italy in the late 16th century, while not as old as wood Intarsia, gemstone intarsia is an almost lost art form in North America.
Please stop by and see us if you are in the Albuquerque NM area, we are in Old Town Albuquerque on the north east corner of the square next to La Hacienda Restaurant across the street from San Felipe De Neri Church. Store hours are from 9-6pm 7 days a week.