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Statuario Venato Classico

Statuario Venato Classico is the classic standard grade of the most prestigious white Italian marble from the Apuan Alps — specifically from Cava Calocara B (quarry no. 103) in the Carrara quarry area of Massa Carrara, Tuscany. A pure white ground field with dramatically pronounced grey vein bands (Italian 'venato' = veined). Compared with Bianco Carrara CD it is paler in its ground tone, with markedly more contrasting veining. Internationally regarded as one of the most valuable white marbles in the world; used for the highest-end premium interior wall claddings, exclusive bathrooms, bookmatched statement surfaces, sculptures, vanity tops and prestige living spaces with the highest design ambitions.

Marble Italy 2.665 kg/m³

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Other trade names: Bianco Statuario Venato Marble, Marmo Statuario Venato, RO-02-157, Statuario Venate Marble, Statuario Venato, Statuario Venato Marble, Statuary Vein Marble, Statuary Venato Marble

About Statuario Venato Classico

Statuario Venato Classico shows the iconic appearance of the most prestigious white marble in the world — alongside the more exclusive Statuario grades such as Statuario Bianco, Statuario Venato is regarded as the classic veined version with a particularly dramatic effect. The groundmass is an exceptionally pure white to slightly ivory calcite matrix, markedly paler than in standard Carrara CD. Characteristic, dramatically pronounced grey vein bands run across the slab — stronger, thicker and more contrasting than in Bianco Carrara C/CD. The vein pattern is not strictly linear but runs in irregular, organically flowing patterns, with occasional branching sub-veins and thinner accompanying veins that wind around the main vein band. The designation 'venato' (Italian for 'veined') describes this characteristic vein pattern aptly. The overall material effect is dramatically elegant, classically Italian and prestigious — the stone reads as an iconic statement material of the highest design distinction. On a polished surface the stone develops the classic Statuario depth of gloss — the bright white groundmass intensifies into an almost radiant purity, while the grey vein bands emerge with full dramatic clarity.

Geologically, Statuario Venato Classico is a metamorphic calcite marble from the Apuan Alps in northern Tuscany, Italy. The specific quarry is at Cava Calocara B (quarry no. 103) in Massa Carrara — one of the most prestigious quarries in the famous Carrara marble district. The marble formed around 200 million years ago during the Jurassic through high-grade metamorphism of original limestone sediments — the subsequent tectonic uplift of the Alps brought the material to the Earth's surface. The Statuario family comprises the most exclusive marble grade from the Carrara quarries, with a higher purity and better quality of figure than the standard Bianco Carrara grades. The designation 'Statuario' derives from 'statua' (statue) — historically the type of marble used for the most famous sculptures, including Michelangelo's David. The designation 'Classico' identifies the classic standard grade within the Statuario family — as distinct from still more exclusive grades such as Statuario Bianco (with the palest groundmass and the finest vein traces) or Statuario Vagli / Statuario Altissimo (quarry-specific top grades). The Cava Calocara B quarry in Massa Carrara is consistently documented in the market. Several synonyms are in circulation in international trade: Statuario Venato (the shortened main Italian designation), Statuario Bianco Venato, White Statuario Venato and Italian Statuario Veined.

Technically Statuario Venato Classico shows solid values for a classic Italian marble: bulk density 2,665 kg/m³, compressive strength 108–115 MPa, flexural strength 11.0 MPa, water absorption 0.14–0.19 % (very low), Mohs hardness 3–4. The low water absorption and the solid strength qualify Statuario Venato as a premium marble. Despite its exceptional purity, Statuario Venato is acid-sensitive as a calcite marble — wine, lemon juice, vinegar, cola, sanitary cleaners or descalers leave etch marks and dull patches on untreated surfaces immediately.

At ROSSITTIS we stock Statuario Venato Classico as a raw slab in 10, 15, 20 and 30 mm thickness (from fine wall tiles to solid applications for stairs or bar counters), in tiles for floor and wall applications, as a skirting and for project-specific cutting to size. The available standard finish is polished (the classic Statuario depth of gloss with its full dramatic effect — the typical treatment for premium settings).

Compared with other Carrara grades, Statuario Venato Classico belongs to the exclusive top class: Bianco Carrara C/CD (the standard grades) are greyer-white with more delicate vein traces; Calacatta marbles (Calacatta Vagli, Calacatta Borghini) are similarly dramatically veined, tending towards stronger golden or grey vein colours; Statuario Bianco (a higher Statuario grade) is paler with the finest vein traces — the most exclusive version. Statuario Venato Classico positions itself as the veined standard Statuario version with a dramatic effect. Against Portuguese Estremoz Branco/Extra, Statuario is cooler, more prestigious and with a markedly stronger vein pattern. For architectural projects with the highest premium ambitions and an iconic Italian elegance — exclusive bathrooms, prestige interior wall claddings with bookmatch settings, hotel lobbies at the top level, sculptures and sculptural work, classic residential buildings with an iconic Carrara character and design projects with the strongest statement character — Statuario Venato Classico is one of the most valuable and expressive choices worldwide. Its premium standing is confirmed by centuries of heritage tradition (Michelangelo, the Pantheon, Trajan's Column), the limited availability from the quarry and its strong track record as a name.

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57 slabs in stock — 53 available now, 4 reserved · plus 29 blocks

Thicknesses: 1–3 cm · Finishes: Polished · Available as: Slabs, Skirting, Tiles and flooring slabs

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Technical data

Guide values for the stone type, taken from manufacturer and test reports. Natural stone is a natural product — individual batches and slabs can differ. For critical applications, request slab-specific test data.

Rohdichte 2.665 kg/m³

Druckfestigkeit 111,5 MPa

Biegezugfestigkeit 11,0 MPa

Wasseraufnahme 0,17 %

Suitability by application

Suitable with limitations

Küche & Arbeitsplatten △ Limited
Bodenbelag △ Limited

Finishes

Statuario Venato Classico is available in a range of finishes. The finish affects appearance, feel and the care it needs.

Polished

Polishing is the most classic finish for marble and limestone — a glossy surface with the highest possible colour intensity and a pronounced depth to the veining. Depending on the mineral composition, the effect can be matte-gloss in places. Acid-sensitive — wine, lemon and vinegar leave etch marks after prolonged contact.

Care & fabrication

As an Italian calcite marble, Statuario Venato Classico is acid-sensitive. With a Mohs hardness of 3–4, very low water absorption (0.14–0.19 %) and pronounced acid reactivity, the stone calls for deliberate care and consistent impregnation. These points should be deliberately taken into account when choosing the material — Statuario Venato is a deliberately chosen premium design material with an iconic Italian character, not a maintenance-free all-rounder.

For interior applications we recommend a careful silane- or polysiloxane-based impregnation at first installation. With its low water absorption, Statuario Venato is practically non-absorbent — the impregnation serves as additional insurance against acid etch marks. On polished interior surfaces we recommend a refresh every 1–2 years, and in heavily used areas a check every 6–12 months. This markedly more frequent refresh than with hard stones is typical for marble.

Day-to-day care is done with a pH-neutral natural stone cleaner and a soft cloth or microfibre mop. Clear warm water is usually enough. Acidic cleaners (vinegar, citric acid, sanitary cleaners, descalers) are STRICTLY to be avoided — they attack the marble immediately and leave dull etch marks that can only be removed by professional regrinding. Cola, wine, tomato sauce and citrus fruits can also leave etch marks on untreated surfaces — if spilled, blot them immediately with a dry cloth (do not wipe, because wiping would spread the acid across the surface).

For kitchen worktops Statuario Venato Classico is suitable only with reservations — it is not fully acid-resistant and not fully cut- and scratch-resistant (Mohs hardness 3–4 against 7+ for granite/quartzite). Heat resistance is given, but hot pans should not be set down directly (use trivets). For intensively used professional kitchens we recommend alternative hard stones such as Mahogany India or Steel Grey. For an elegant designer kitchen with the highest premium ambitions and an iconic Italian character, Statuario Venato is an expressive choice — but with a clear expectation as regards care and an acceptance of patina. Anyone who values the patina and the natural ageing process of a marble will find in Statuario Venato a timeless companion.

For bathrooms and wellness areas Statuario Venato Classico is one of the most exclusive choices — the iconic white material effect with its dramatic veining brings a particular premium atmosphere. Where there is direct exposure to water (shower walls, bath surrounds, vanity units), careful impregnation is mandatory and acidic sanitary cleaners are strictly to be avoided. The surface finishes available from stock are listed in the »Finishes« block further down.

For exterior applications Statuario Venato, like all marbles, is only recommended with reservations — polished surfaces are not as lastingly stable outdoors as with granite or quartzite. UV exposure and weathering lead to a visible loss of gloss over the years. Calcite marbles also react particularly sensitively to acidic precipitation in urban environments. The ideal field of use is clearly the high-quality interior.

Frequently asked questions

What is Statuario Venato Classico geologically?

Statuario Venato Classico is a metamorphic calcite marble from the Apuan Alps in northern Tuscany. The specific quarry is at Cava Calocara B (quarry no. 103) in Massa Carrara, one of the most prestigious quarries in the famous Carrara marble district. The marble formed around 200 million years ago during the Jurassic through high-grade metamorphism. The Statuario family comprises the most exclusive marble grade from the Carrara quarries, with a higher purity than standard Bianco Carrara.

What does 'Statuario Venato Classico' mean?

'Statuario' denotes the most exclusive marble grade from the Carrara quarries — the name derives from 'statua' (statue) and refers to the traditional sculptor's marble (for instance Michelangelo's David). 'Venato' is Italian for 'veined' and describes the characteristic dramatic vein pattern. 'Classico' identifies the classic standard grade within the Statuario family — as distinct from still more exclusive grades such as Statuario Bianco (with the palest groundmass) or Statuario Vagli/Altissimo (quarry-specific top grades).

Which synonyms are there?

In international trade, Statuario Venato Classico also runs under the designations Statuario Venato (the shortened main Italian designation), Statuario Bianco Venato, White Statuario Venato and Italian Statuario Veined. Within the Statuario family there are further grades: Statuario Bianco (the palest grade), Statuario Vagli (the Vagli quarry), Statuario Altissimo (the Altissimo quarry) — all with different qualities of figure and different classes.

Which technical values does Statuario Venato Classico have?

Solid values for a classic Italian marble: bulk density 2,665 kg/m³, compressive strength 108–115 MPa, flexural strength 11.0 MPa, water absorption 0.14–0.19 % (very low), Mohs hardness 3–4. The low water absorption and the solid strength qualify the stone as a premium marble.

Statuario Venato or Bianco Carrara CD?

Both come from the Apuan Alps, but they differ clearly in purity and veining. Bianco Carrara CD (the standard grade) has a cooler grey-white groundmass and subtler vein bands — the economically attractive standard version. Statuario Venato Classico (the more exclusive Statuario grade) has a markedly paler, almost radiantly pure white groundmass and dramatically more pronounced grey vein bands — the premium statement version. Both have similar care requirements (acid sensitivity) and similar strength values.

Is Statuario Venato Classico suitable for a kitchen worktop?

Suitable with reservations, and with clear restrictions. At Mohs hardness 3–4, Statuario Venato as a calcite marble is considerably more delicate than granite or quartzite — it is not fully cut- and scratch-resistant and it is acid-sensitive. Wine, lemon juice or vinegar leave etch marks immediately. For intensively used professional kitchens we recommend alternative hard stones. For an exclusive premium kitchen with an iconic Italian character and careful maintenance, Statuario Venato is an expressive choice — but with a clear expectation as regards care and an acceptance of patina.

Is Statuario Venato Classico suitable for bathrooms?

Outstandingly suited — bathrooms are among the most classic applications for this premium marble. The iconic white material effect with its dramatic veining brings a particular premium atmosphere. Where there is direct exposure to water (shower walls, bath surrounds, vanity units), careful impregnation is mandatory and acidic sanitary cleaners are strictly to be avoided. A more matt finish would make water marks less visible — in stock we currently carry the material in the polished version.

Which surface finishes are available for Statuario Venato Classico?

The surface finishes available from stock are listed in the »Finishes« block on this page.

What does Statuario Venato Classico cost?

The price depends on the batch, thickness, surface finish and fabrication — with natural stone there is no serious flat rate per square metre. Business customers see prices once their B2B account is activated; private customers receive a complete quote through a fabricator near them.