Mosaics Collection (#8)

Cappella Palatina, close-up, Palazzo dei Normanni also Palazzo Reale, Palermo, Sicily, Italy, Europe
7277456 Cappella Palatina, close-up, Palazzo dei Normanni also Palazzo Reale, Palermo, Sicily, Italy, Europe by Byzantine School, (12th century); Palazzo dei Normanni, Palermo, Sicily

Cappella Palatina, close-up, Palazzo dei Normanni also Palazzo Reale, Palermo, Sicily, Italy, Europe
7277454 Cappella Palatina, close-up, Palazzo dei Normanni also Palazzo Reale, Palermo, Sicily, Italy, Europe by Byzantine School, (12th century); Palazzo dei Normanni, Palermo, Sicily

Image of Jesus, Santa Maria Nuova Cathedral, Monreale, Sicily, Italy, Europe
7280649 Image of Jesus, Santa Maria Nuova Cathedral, Monreale, Sicily, Italy, Europe by Byzantine, (12th-13th century); Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Nuova), Monreale, Sicily

Image of Jesus, Santa Maria Nuova Cathedral, Monreale, Sicily, Italy, Europe
7280647 Image of Jesus, Santa Maria Nuova Cathedral, Monreale, Sicily, Italy, Europe by Byzantine, (12th-13th century); Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Nuova), Monreale, Sicily

Mosaic salamander at the entrance to Parc Guell, 1900-1914, Barcelona (photo)
7268934 Mosaic salamander at the entrance to Parc Guell, 1900-1914, Barcelona (photo) by Gaudi, Antoni (1852-1926); (add.info.: " el drac", the dragon, at the main entrance to Parc Guell)

Ancient Roman tessellatum mosaic in black and white decorated with pattern of hexagons, perfectly preserved, in Villa a Protiro. Marine Protected Area of Baia, Naples, Italy. Tyrrhenian sea

Detail of splendid ancient Roman tessellatum mosaic in black and white decorated with pattern of hexagons, perfectly preserved, in Villa a Protiro. Marine Protected Area of Baia, Naples, Italy

Scuba diver exploring ancient Roman mosaic from the third century AD, with maritime theme, made with black and white tessellatum tiles depicting seabed with dolphins, sea urchins

Scuba diver exploring splendid ancient Roman tessellatum mosaic in black and white decorated with pattern of hexagons, perfectly preserved, in Villa a Protiro

Battle between Gladiators and Animals, detail of a gladiator spearing a bull, 320 AD (mosaic)
ALI177911 Battle between Gladiators and Animals, detail of a gladiator spearing a bull, 320 AD (mosaic) by Roman, (4th century AD); Galleria Borghese, Rome, Lazio

Saint Therese of Lisieux (mosaic)
7260432 Saint Therese of Lisieux (mosaic) by Cingria, Alexandre (1879-1945); (add.info.: Church of Our Lady of the Alps. Mosaic of Sainte-Therese de Lisieux by Alexandre Cingria)

Saint Paul Detail. Mosaic of the dome of the Baptistere of the Arians (Battistero degli Ariani). 5th century. Ravenna
LRI4673971 Saint Paul Detail. Mosaic of the dome of the Baptistere of the Arians (Battistero degli Ariani). 5th century. Ravenna

Ceiling detail, Basilica di San Marco, Venice (mosaic)
429182 Ceiling detail, Basilica di San Marco, Venice (mosaic) by Venetian School; Basilica di San Marco, Venice, Italy; © Mark Edward Smith

Pisana Tower, the King Roger Room, detail with archers, deer, dogs and palm and banana trees (mosaic)
3821972 Pisana Tower, the King Roger Room, detail with archers, deer, dogs and palm and banana trees (mosaic) by Greek Byzantine School, (13th century); Palazzo dei Normanni, Palermo, Sicily

Pisana Tower, the King Roger Room, detail with storks (mosaic)
3821971 Pisana Tower, the King Roger Room, detail with storks (mosaic) by Greek Byzantine School, (13th century); Palazzo dei Normanni, Palermo, Sicily, Italy; (add.info.: Palermo)

Pisana Tower, the King Roger Room, detail with leopards and palm and banana trees (mosaic)
3821963 Pisana Tower, the King Roger Room, detail with leopards and palm and banana trees (mosaic) by Greek Byzantine School, (13th century); Palazzo dei Normanni, Palermo, Sicily

The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), mosaic below an archof a llancet window: "A couple of birds", XII century
3821935 The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), mosaic below an archof a llancet window: " A couple of birds", XII century by Sicilian School, (12th Century); Palazzo dei Normanni, Palermo, Sicily

The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), Southern apse or St Pauls "absidiola", mosaics: "Nativity"
3821922 The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), Southern apse or St Pauls " absidiola", mosaics: " Nativity", XII century by Sicilian School, (12th Century); Palazzo dei Normanni

The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), cycle of mosaics on the Old Testament, cycle of the Creation
3821906 The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), cycle of mosaics on the Old Testament, cycle of the Creation: " The Creation of Animals", XII century by Sicilian School

Mosaics (litho)
6006327 Mosaics (litho) by Glazier, Richard (1851-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mosaics. Illustration for A Manual of Historic Ornament by Richard Glazier (Batsford, 1899)

House facade. Art-Nouveau. Architect Albert Massez. 1910. Detail mosaic
7141874 House facade. Art-Nouveau. Architect Albert Massez. 1910. Detail mosaic. by Massez, Albert (1871-1949); (add.info.: Hoogstraat 65, Oudenaarde, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium); © Paul Maeyaert

The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), cycle of mosaics on the Old Testament, cycle of the Creation
3821973 The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), cycle of mosaics on the Old Testament, cycle of the Creation: " God introduce Adam into Eden", XII century by Sicilian School

Pisana Tower, the King Roger Room, detail with centaurs and palm and banana trees (mosaic)
3821964 Pisana Tower, the King Roger Room, detail with centaurs and palm and banana trees (mosaic) by Greek Byzantine School, (13th century); Palazzo dei Normanni, Palermo, Sicily

The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), Southern apse or St Pauls "absidiola"
3821926 The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), Southern apse or St Pauls " absidiola", mosaics: " Christ Pantocrator" and " Nativity", XII century by Sicilian School

The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), cycle of mosaics on the Old Testament, cycle of the Creation
3821917 The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), cycle of mosaics on the Old Testament, cycle of the Creation: " Fiat Lux God creates the Light and divides the Waters "

Pisana Tower, the King Roger Room, detail of a lunette with peacocks
3821970 Pisana Tower, the King Roger Room, detail of a lunette with peacocks by Greek Byzantine School, (13th century); Palazzo dei Normanni, Palermo, Sicily, Italy; (add.info.: Palermo)

The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), the Crypt (Lower Church): "Protesis Vergine Theotokos"(fresco)
3821940 The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), the Crypt (Lower Church): " Protesis Vergine Theotokos" (fresco) by Byzantine; Palazzo dei Normanni, Palermo, Sicily, Italy; (add.info.: Palermo)

The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), cycle of mosaics on the Old Testament, pendentive of the nave
3821920 The Palatine Chapel (Basilica), cycle of mosaics on the Old Testament, pendentive of the nave: " Noah Landing the Animals from the Ark, XII century by Sicilian School

Theseus and the Minotaur, House of Theseus, Paphos, Cyprus (mosaic)
696752 Theseus and the Minotaur, House of Theseus, Paphos, Cyprus (mosaic) by Roman, (3rd century AD); House of Theseus, Paphos

Nacht Wache, 1873 (oil on canvas)
7239546 Nacht Wache, 1873 (oil on canvas) by Seel, Adolf (19th century); 106.7 x 80 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Night Watch); Photo © Christies Images

Gladiator battles. 320-330, mosaic
7225034 Gladiator battles. 320-330, mosaic by Roman, (4th century AD); Villa Borghese, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Mosaic wih gladiator battles. 320-330 AD. Roman art)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Mosaique; Mosaic; Mosaikarbeit (engraving)
7196760 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Mosaique; Mosaic; Mosaikarbeit (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mosaique; Mosaic; Mosaikarbeit)

Rehearsal of a Satyric Drama (engraving)
7193925 Rehearsal of a Satyric Drama (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rehearsal of a Satyric Drama)

Ornamental tile designs by the Pilkington Tile And Pottery Company (colour litho)
7200425 Ornamental tile designs by the Pilkington Tile And Pottery Company (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Detail of the large bench, Park Guell, Barcelona. (mosaic)
PCT4256108 Detail of the large bench, Park Guell, Barcelona. (mosaic) by Gaudi, Antoni (1852-1926); © Patrice Cartier

Gladiator battles. 320-330, mosaic
7225036 Gladiator battles. 320-330, mosaic by Roman, (4th century AD); Villa Borghese, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Mosaic wih gladiator battles. 320-330 AD. Roman art)

Mosaics from churches in Rome (chromolitho)
7173186 Mosaics from churches in Rome (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mosaics from churches in Rome, Italy)

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Mosaics have long been a captivating art form, showcasing intricate designs and stories from various cultures and time periods. One such example is the Roman mosaic depicting the Battle between Alexander and Darius, found in the Pompeii House of the Faun. This masterpiece transports us back to ancient times, capturing the intensity of historical conflicts. Moving forward in history, we discover a mosaic of Joan of Arc uncovered in 1917 at Fourviere Basilica in Lyon, France. This remarkable piece pays homage to a legendary figure who fought for her beliefs with unwavering courage. Venturing into Greek mythology, we encounter the Mosaic of Hypnos, located within the dormitory of a Roman villa in Risan, Montenegro. This mesmerizing artwork portrays Hypnos, the god of dreams, inviting viewers into his ethereal realm. Continuing our journey through mosaics around Europe, we stumble upon Empress Zoe's depiction at Hagia Sophia in Istanbul. The vibrant colors and intricate details capture this influential empress' power and grace. Heading across continents to Brazil brings us to Pampulha Church in Belo Horizonte. Its stunning mosaic design showcases Brazil's rich cultural heritage while harmoniously blending modern architectural elements. In Washington D. C. , The Library of Congress boasts "The Mosaic Minerva - Minerva of Peace, " symbolizing wisdom and tranquility amidst knowledge-filled halls. Religious themes also find their place within mosaics like St. George slaying the dragon depicted at St. George Coptic Orthodox church or Jesus blessing and holding the Bible showcased at Hagia Sophia – both evoking spiritual contemplation. Delving deeper into religious history leads us to Patmos' Cave of Apocalypse where a mosaic depicts St. John dictating to pupil Prochorus – an awe-inspiring representation that echoes centuries-old teachings. Ravenna unveils its treasures with two UNESCO World Heritage Sites.