Pietra Dura Marble table-tops are handmade and contain marble slabs inlaid with pure and natural semi-precious stones like malachite, mother of pearl, lapis lazuli, agnate, stones, jasper etc. This art of marble inlay (pichakaree or pietre dura ) has been passed from generations and is widely seen on both Italian and Indian pieces, including the Taj Mahal. This Indian tabletop depicts elephants and floral designs.