Where are the Roman mosaics found in Spain?
A series of exquisite mosaics from the 2nd and 3rd century AD are displayed in the so-called Hall of the Mosaics of the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, a medieval Moorish palace and castle located in the historic centre of Córdoba. The mosaics were discovered in 1959 during excavation work under the Plaza de la Corredera.
Where was the judgement of Paris mosaic found?
It was found in 1985 in a Roman villa in the town of Casariche alongside a rich series of geometric mosaics. The mosaic of the Judgement of Paris is in opus tessellatum and is dated to the 3rd century AD. It decorated the atrium of the Villa del Alcaparral.
Who are the figures in the Roman mosaics?
Accompanying him in the chariot is a nude figure of the young Ampelos. In front is a satyr, covered in a fawn’s skin and holding a shepherd’s crook in his left hand. Another splendid mosaic is the figurative mosaic representing the well-known episode of the Judgement of Paris that led to the Trojan War.
What kind of stones were used to make Roman mosaics?
Our collection gathers entirely handmade Roman mosaic reproductions created by the Ancient Roman technique called “Opus Tessellatum”, employing cubic stones of 4-8 mm limestone and natural marble tiles.
How are mosaics made in the Roman Empire?
The mosaics are delivered completely finished and fixed with metallic structure & mortar for a quick installation on wall or floor. These pieces of art perfectly matches classical, Greek and Roman themed interiors.
Who is known as the mosaic Genius of Barcelona?
Every mosaic design lover owes a lot to this early 20th century modernism architect who brought freshness, originality and genius to the world of art and architecture. Gaudí decorated his city, Barcelona, using his graphic and whimsical imagination.
Where was the mosaic floor found in Italy?
The floor was buried underneath a vineyard in the hilly region, officials said. Photo posted to Facebook by the town of Negrar, Italy, where a mosaic floor has been discovered underground. Credit: Comune di Negrar di Valpolicella/Facebook
Who are the Cats in the Roman mosaic?
The big cats mosaic features 3 wild cats : Lion, Tiger, Panther and a Bull, bordered by a very classical swastiska meanders. The house of Dyonisos features a great number of small portraits of the God Dyonisos and his musician friends, as well as personifications of the 4 seasons.
