“False onyx” is neither marble nor onyx. Such a term is applied to some limestones, referring to their appearance. However, it has become established among processors and in architecture.
The onyx marble used in the villa comes from Morocco. Its color varies from milky white veined to orange and orange-red. The stone is translucent and shimmers, when exposed to sunlight-this unexpected effect, is said to have delighted Mies van der Rohe.
