A professional who molds imitation marble (scagliola) into objects, such as desk sets, penholders, sections of pillars, and interior decorative slabs. Respnsibilities include:

• Compounds materials in vat according to formula.
• Pours mixture into molds or on glass-flanged table.
• Dumps set pieces out of molds.
• Smooths objects with brick covered with moist emery, rottenstone, or other abrasive.
• Polishes parts with felt-covered brick.
• May use acetic acid solution to increase polishing quality of felt and add to luster of polished surface.