Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Marble Mosaic Art: Overview

The worth and quality of the materials are adjudicated on certain parameters. The merit of buildings, whether used for private or commercial purposes, is judged by its aesthetic value. Another important factor that supports this judgment is the quality of the substance or the materials used in constructing the buildings. People paint the walls of their houses with beautiful colors. Marble tiles and floorings can be installed to enhance the beauty and aesthetic value of the building. The popularity of marble mosaic is increasing with time. Different colored glasses and stones are intermixed to form various patterns, designs and pictures. This is how marble mosaic is created.

Many people prefer to use marble mosaic to decorate their houses, offices and commercial buildings. There are many historical evidences of mosaic use. During 3rd and 4th century BC, mosaic was developed with the baked clay cones by the Mesopotamians. These cones were painted differently to give a more beautiful look to it. Use of mosaic was also common among the Greek community. They used pebble mosaics to decorate their floors. Pebble mosaics (Polychrome) were used by the Macedonians to beautify their homes. Hunting scenes, animals and birds were represented in the mosaics of 6th and 4th century BC. Floral pictures were represented in the mosaics of 7th century. Many changes had bee made in mosaic art. But no changes have been made in the technique of mosaic formation though the art has become more refined.

This art got a new dimension with the help of a company, named Phoenician Arts. It has gifted many marble mosaic patterns and designs to the world. These designs and patterns were carved out of semi precious and natural marble stones. It has also reproduced and revived the traditional mosaics of Byzantinians, Romans and Greeks. Phoenician Arts created wonderful mosaics that have paradigms of contemporary and primitive existence. Marble mosaics increase aesthetic value of the houses and other buildings. It is one of the common materials that people prefer to use in their homes for decoration purposes.

Many kinds of themes, like geometric, animals, medallions, religious, and kitchen related, scenes & figures are developed by mosaic artists. These types of designs are created to adorn outdoors as well as indoors. It adds elegance and beauty to the house. Within a workplace or house mosaics can be placed in dining areas, hallways, floor center, in an archway and over the fireplace. Mosaics can also be used outside the house. It can beautify the entrance, garden areas, pools of houses and buildings.

Phoenician mosaics are becoming more popular with time. It is considered as one of the best options for decorating the interior and exterior of the buildings. Many people prefer this material over others due to its durability and long lasting quality. Mosaics give an elegant look to your house. It is more authentic and appealing. The best part is that it can resist water and heat. So, you can also install it to give a more stylish look to your house.

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