Statements (54)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
mosaic art
|
| gptkbp:can_be |
mythological themes
highly detailed commercially produced exhibited in galleries |
| gptkbp:has_a_history_of |
artistic decoration
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
opus vermiculatum
|
| gptkbp:includes |
geometric patterns
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
modern mosaic artists
|
| gptkbp:is_a |
artistic expression
decorative art |
| gptkbp:is_available_in |
basilicas
historical_sites_across_Europe ancient_Roman_villas |
| gptkbp:is_characterized_by |
small, irregularly shaped pieces of stone
|
| gptkbp:is_essential_for |
Roman_cultural_heritage
|
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
archaeological sites
archaeological exhibitions figures and scenes worm-like patterning |
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
intricate designs
natural colors |
| gptkbp:is_popular_among |
gptkb:Roman_Empire
|
| gptkbp:is_studied_in |
archaeologists
|
| gptkbp:is_used_in |
gptkb:Roman_mythology
public buildings portraiture public art projects cultural heritage projects religious contexts luxury and wealth narrative scenes outdoor installations landscaping designs floor mosaics other mosaic techniques floor and wall decoration |
| gptkbp:isUsedFor |
colored stones
glass tesserae |
| gptkbp:maintainedBy |
museums
|
| gptkbp:originatedIn |
gptkb:ancient_Rome
|
| gptkbp:relatedTo |
opus tessellatum
|
| gptkbp:requires |
skilled craftsmanship
patience and precision |
| gptkbp:technique |
passed down through generations
time-consuming documented in ancient texts mosaic artistic skill revived in modern times the 2nd century BC self-taught. adapted for modern designs placing pieces closely together |