Zprávy památkové péče 2017, 77(3):187-193
Mosaic as an artistic type
- 1 Fakulta architektury ČVUT v Praze
- 2 AVU v Praze
Mosaic is a term that we encounter surprisingly often. It expresses a basic natural principle according to which small particles are connected to form a higher meaningful whole. The resulting shape multiplies the energy introduced by each individual particle without completely negating their original autonomy. The art of creating mosaic images, based on this principle, has a thousand-year tradition and is spread throughout the world. The effort, work, and deep concentration needed for the placement of each stone remain in the resulting work, captured as a pulsating energy that is at the heart of its impressiveness. This article aims to introduce the mosaic technique and its basic outlines to the reader. It is supplemented with a glossary that focuses on the key concepts of this technology.
Keywords: mosaic, mosaic type, mosaic techniques
Published: September 1, 2017 Show citation
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