The Romans called it marmor lumensis, referring to the port of Luni in Liguria that managed its commercial trade during its most flourishing years. Today, Carrara marble is one of the most prized in the world, a true raw diamond that, over the centuries, has inspired the finest generations of sculptors. 

But what is the origin of such grandeur and fascination? And above all, have you ever thought about which highly appreciated sculptural works were created by sculpting these famous blocks?