Like many vertical elements, they symbolically connect Earth and Sky, becoming an expression of men’s gratitude towards the gods, as well as stability, strength and perfect balance.<\/em><\/p>\n Imposing and elegant, columns, in an interior setting, are an impressive decorative solution, suitable for any style, from classic to modern. They will easily combine with important antiques, but also with the more modern styles of liberty and rococo inspiration. In contrast with the clean lines of modern and design settings, they will instead be able to give a touch of timeless elegance.<\/p>\n TRAVERTINE is a porous limestone rock, with a stratified structure, typical of central Italy. A highly compact and resistant material, it is characterized by a light beige background with streaks of warm color that recall the tones of the earth.<\/p>\n Classic Travertine is undoubtedly one of the most famous Italian natural materials in the world. Extracted from the quarries of Tivoli and Guidonia, it has been used since ancient times to create famous works such as the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain and St. Peter’s Basilica.<\/p>\n Particular are the typical parallel bands and even very marked zonings, marked by variations in color and porosity, which give a natural yet refined look to this beautiful material. It is easily workable and is in fact used both indoors and outdoors. It is also used with great effect for sculpture and for highly elegant and versatile architectural and design elements.<\/p>\n Travertine is recently finding favor with modern architects and interior design. Its natural appearance marries perfectly with the new trends in architecture and design, increasingly oriented towards the use and enhancement of natural materials.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.cosebelleantichemoderne.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Travertino-Classico-261x300.jpg\")
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