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Posted on April 25, 2016 at 4:12 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah

The Getty Villa: A Marble Marvel in Malibu, Part II
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Last week I gave you a brief history of the Getty Villa, please click here if you would like to learn more about J. Paul Getty and his amazing Malibu compound.   For those of you who are up to speed, let’s dive right into the most notable marble statue at the Getty Villa:   … ∞

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Posted on April 18, 2016 at 8:54 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah

The Getty Villa: A Marble Marvel in Malibu
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I’ve heard of the Getty Center in Los Angeles, but I recently learned about and explored the Getty Villa in Malibu, and here begins my latest adventure in stone! As I stepped onto this remarkable compound, it was as though I was stepping back in time into a gorgeous villa in Herculaneum. This is the … ∞

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Posted on April 12, 2016 at 10:03 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah and modified on April 12, 2016 at 10:05 pm.

The Duomo of San Miniato
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What would a Tabbah trip to Italy be without a blog appreciating gorgeous Italian architecture? My parents, Rawi and Jane recently visited San Miniato, a city nestled in the Tuscan landscape between Florence and Pisa. This town possesses architectural and artistic treasures, not to mention delicious wine and white truffle mushrooms- yum!   The highlight … ∞

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Posted on April 1, 2016 at 5:14 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah and modified on April 7, 2016 at 5:24 pm.

Which Stone Should You Choose For Your Countertops?
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Marble Countertops Pros Visually stunning Easy to clean (with neutral cleaners) Adds elegance to your kitchen and bathrooms Comes in a variety of colors You can decide if you like a polished finish or prefer a honed, matte finish – the level of shine can be changed on-site as well Acid etch marks and fine … ∞

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