Calacatta Viola Marble Square Vessel Sink, Bespoke

This particular basin stops you in your tracks. Dense clouds of deep plum and violet spread across every surface — not as tidy veins but as bold, overlapping masses — leaving islands of warm cream scattered between them like light breaking through storm cover. On the fluted exterior skirt, the purple network fragments into tight zigzag threads that follow each ridge, creating a kinetic texture you rarely see on stone this dramatic. A brass drain cap sits at the basin floor, its gold catching warmth against the cool violet surroundings.

Calacatta Viola Marble is quarried in Turkey and belongs to the elite Calacatta family — a group defined by white or cream grounds carrying bold, mineral-rich veining. The purple and burgundy coloration in Calacatta Viola comes from manganese and iron oxides locked permanently into the crystal matrix during metamorphic formation. Unlike Carrara White's restrained gray veining that functions quietly as a backdrop, Calacatta Viola's pigmentation is assertive enough to anchor an entire room's design scheme.

Quarried in Turkey rather than Italy, Calacatta Viola delivers the drama of high-grade Calacatta-family marble with veining unique to the Anatolian quarries — making it a design-forward choice for architects and interior designers who want bold chromatic presence without replicating the Italian stones seen in every hotel lobby.

This vessel sink is hand-carved from a single solid block of Calacatta Viola Marble by Turkish stone artisans. The rectangular basin bowl features clean vertical inner walls and a flat rim, while the exterior is finished with hand-cut fluting — a classical architectural detail that transforms the sink's body into a sculptural object visible from all sides. An integrated backsplash with pre-drilled faucet holes rises from the rear, carved as one continuous piece with the basin. Each sink is treated with a food-safe penetrating stone sealant before shipping.

• Style: Square / Rectangular Vessel Sink with Integral Backsplash and Fluted Skirt
• Marble: Calacatta Viola Marble
• Shape: Square / Rectangular
• Sizes: Contact seller — made to order
• Install: Above counter vessel / vanity top
• Drain: Compatible with standard 1.75-inch pop-up or grid vessel drain
• Finish: Polished basin and rim; hand-carved fluted exterior
• Weight: Approx. 20–35 kg depending on final dimensions — confirm with seller
• Origin: Quarried and carved in Turkey

Q: Will the purple veining ever fade with regular bathroom use?
A: Not at all. The violet and plum coloration in Calacatta Viola is the result of manganese and iron oxides embedded deep within the stone's mineral structure — a permanent geological feature that no amount of water, light, or daily use will diminish.

Q: Does every basin look exactly like the one pictured?
A: No, and that is part of what makes each piece worth owning. Natural marble is inherently variable — the precise distribution of purple clouds, the placement of cream islands, and the density of veining shift from block to block. We can send photos of your actual slab prior to carving upon request.

Q: What drain hardware do I need?
A: This vessel sink is designed for a standard 1.75-inch pop-up or grid vessel drain, available widely from plumbing suppliers. There is no built-in overflow, so confirm your local code requirements with your plumber before installation.

Q: Do I need to seal it again after it arrives?
A: A food-safe penetrating stone sealant is applied before shipping, so the sink arrives ready to install. Plan to reseal approximately every 12 months under regular use — or sooner if water begins to absorb into the surface rather than beading off.

Q: What countertop material works best with Calacatta Viola?
A: Let the marble do the talking. Plain white, warm cream, light-toned wood, or a honed matte black surface all allow the violet veining to remain the focal point. Avoid countertops with competing busy patterns, which will fight rather than complement the stone's natural drama.

Every sink in this collection is hand-carved by artisans in Turkey from stone quarried in the Anatolian highlands — no two pieces are alike. Your order ships in a custom wooden crate with foam protection, fragile labeling, and transit insurance. A food-safe penetrating stone sealant is included.

📝 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:
Dimensions: 27.6"(L) x 18.9"(W) x 5.5"(H) (70 x 48 x 14 cm)
Backsplash Height: 9.8" (25 cm)

❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

🔹 Sizing & Custom Orders — Every piece is made to order. We adjust length, width, height, basin layout and faucet/drain drilling at no design fee. Message us with your measurements for a free quote and 3D drawing.

🔹 Care Instructions — Sealed and polished before shipping. Clean with pH-neutral soap and a soft cloth; avoid acidic cleaners (vinegar, lemon). Re-seal once a year — a 5-minute DIY job.

🔹 Shipping & Customs (DDP) — Delivered Duty Paid: all import duties and customs fees are paid by us for the USA and EU. Insured shipping in a certified wooden crate via DHL/FedEx, tracking shared at dispatch.

🔹 Damage & Loss Guarantee — Returns aren't accepted on custom stonework, but every order is fully protected: if your item arrives damaged or is lost in transit, we remake it or refund in full. You are also covered by Etsy Purchase Protection.

🔹 Natural Stone Similarity — Each slab is unique; veining and tone may vary slightly from photos. We send real photos and videos of YOUR finished piece for approval before shipping.

🔹 Wholesale & Trade — Interior designers, architects and contractors: message us for trade pricing on multi-piece projects.