The Timeless Beauty of Marble Mosaic

Marble mosaic has a sense of timeless beauty. It was a tradition, which started primarily as a form of art decoration. This tradition has existed for more than four thousand years. Many feel that the origin of this art form can be traced to Greek architecture. It was a time-consuming process and only the finest artists could create this phenomenal art form. The intricate patterns were formed with the help of colorful stones.

Mosaic is used for surface decoration. Many colorful small components, which are chipped from stones, glass, tiles, and minerals are used for making a pattern. These small components are closely set in the adhesive ground to create a design. Mosaic floors are common. This form is used in painting. Often the design created by the mosaic has two dimensions. Often the mosaic artist has limited choices as the colors available to him are restricted. However when both the mosaic painting and the floor looked from a distance create wondrous effects on the onlooker. It cannot be denied that this form of art definitely adds to the splendor of your house. That is probably the reason, why from time immemorial, mosaic has been used to decorate ones home and hearth.

In Byzantine mosaic work, glass tesserae is used which has the ability to create a light-catching effect. Mosaic art form is considered as an ornamental art form where small stones and marbles are joined to create pictures and images. Often the stones and chips are put randomly, but when all the pieces are put together, they create something beautiful. Historians are of the opinion that this art form evolved from the orient. One of the earliest examples is found in Mesopotamia. Some of the painted columns are discovered which are covered with mosaics.

In eighth century BC one could see pebble patterns, which were covered with different colored stones. At times patterns were created which had a colorful effect. In the 4th century BC it was the Greeks who started creating animal images with the helps of chips and stones. Often the geometric patterns carved from stones depicted scenes of people and animals. As for the Romans, the level of artistry was higher and their aesthetic sense contributed in the creation of the most beautiful creations. There were geometric displays along with scenes displaying the celebration of rituals, which was performed for the gods and goddesses.

The Byzantine Empire was another place, which was famous for mosaic art. The use of glass tesserae was purely an Eastern influence and the marble mosaic was mainly used for covering the ceilings and walls. As for the themes, most of the images displayed chapters from religious books along with portraits of empresses and emperors. Most art lovers simply adore this tradition and meticulous detailing helps in the perfect creation of this art form. As this tradition goes back to thousands of years, this form is still appreciated by artists, art lovers and art connoisseurs. Mosaic is mainly used on the pavements and the floors because of its capacity of resistance and durability.