Calacatta Viola Marble Square Vessel Sink, Handcarved

This particular basin stops you cold — a deep forest-green ground is animated by networks of silvery-white veins that crisscross the top deck like frost on glass, denser toward the backsplash and loosening as they descend into the deeply carved rectangular bowl. The exterior skirt is entirely hand-fluted: dozens of tight, vertical reeds run the full perimeter, their ridges catching light and casting micro-shadows that make the already-saturated green shift from bottle dark to near-emerald depending on the angle. Three pre-drilled faucet holes are centered on the integrated backsplash, and a gold-tone drain plug anchors the basin floor — a detail that reads like a deliberate jewel against the matte-dark interior.

Calacatta Viola Marble is a rare variety quarried in Turkey, prized for its bold veining character and the depth of its ground color. Geologically, the stone's chromatic intensity comes from iron and serpentine mineral inclusions concentrated during metamorphic recrystallization in the Anatolian mountain belt — a process distinct from the sedimentary geology that produces Italian Calacattas. Unlike Carrara White's restrained gray veining, this stone reads as an architectural statement rather than a quiet surface, and its hand-polished face amplifies every tonal shift in the mineral matrix. No two blocks yield the same pattern.

For designers weighing stone options: Calacatta Viola Marble quarried in Turkey offers the drama of high-grade Italian Calacatta with veining unique to Anatolian quarries — mineral character that simply cannot be replicated in imported European stone. When a palette calls for deep, jewel-toned green rather than purple-violet, this Turkish green-ground variant delivers the same chromatic intensity with a grounding, nature-forward quality that pairs fluently with unlacquered brass, matte black fixtures, and raw wood vanities.

Every basin begins as a solid block of natural stone and is shaped entirely by hand in Turkey. Artisans spend considerable time on the exterior fluting alone — each reed is cut and refined individually before the interior bowl is hollowed, squared, and polished to a high sheen. The finished piece ships with a food-safe penetrating stone sealant already applied, providing an invisible moisture barrier without altering the surface texture or color.

• Style: Integrated backsplash vessel sink with hand-fluted exterior skirt
• Marble: Green-veined natural marble (Turkish quarry)
• Shape: Rectangular / square basin
• Sizes: Custom — contact seller for available dimensions
• Install: Above Counter / Vanity Top
• Drain: Compatible with standard 1.75-inch pop-up or grid vessel drain
• Finish: High-polish interior and top deck; hand-fluted matte exterior
• Weight: Approx. 45–75 lbs depending on final dimensions
• Origin: Made in Turkey

Q: Will the white veining fade or change color over time?
A: No. The silvery-white veining in this stone is created by mineral compounds locked into the marble during formation — they are permanent and will not fade with normal daily use or water exposure.

Q: Does the sink ship pre-sealed, and how often should I reseal it?
A: Yes. A food-safe penetrating stone sealant is applied before the piece leaves the workshop. For a bathroom sink in regular use, plan to reseal once every 12 months using a pH-neutral stone sealer. Avoid acidic cleaners — vinegar, citrus-based products, and bleach will degrade the seal over time.

Q: What drain fitting does this sink require?
A: The basin is drilled to accept a standard 1.75-inch vessel drain — the most common size available at hardware retailers and plumbing supply houses. Note that most vessel sink configurations do not include an overflow; confirm with us if overflow compatibility is a requirement for your installation.

Q: Will my piece have exactly the same veining pattern shown in the photos?
A: Natural marble means every block is geologically unique. The color family and overall character will be consistent, but the specific vein paths, density, and distribution will differ from piece to piece. We can send photographs of your actual slab prior to carving upon request.

Q: How is the sink packaged for international shipping?
A: Each piece is wrapped in foam, secured in a custom wooden crate, and shipped with fragile handling labels. Shipments are insured against transit damage, so your investment is protected from workshop to doorstep.

Handcrafted by Turkish artisans from a single block of natural stone, this basin is a genuinely one-of-a-kind object — the fluting, the veining, and the proportions combine in a way that cannot be factory-replicated. It ships from Turkey in a custom wooden crate, fully insured, with food-safe sealant already applied and ready for installation.

📝 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:
Dimensions: 27.6"(L) x 18.9"(W) x 5.9"(H) (70 x 48 x 15 cm)
Backsplash Height: 11" (28 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.