Mosaic making is one of the most ancient art forms, dating back over 4000 years. Using tiny hand cut pieces of stone, glass or ceramic beautiful designs are constructed piece by piece. The resulting surface is decorative, hard wearing and colour fast and can be used in a thousand different ways. From the great Roman pavements of the 4th century to exquisite Mayan inlay and on to the vibrant grandeur of Gaudi in Spain mosaics have stood the test of time. The following pages will show just how varied these applications can be... |