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The Romans

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Roman Mosaics

 

The floors of Roman buildings were often richly decorated with mosaics - tiny coloured stones (tesserae).

Mosaic

Many mosaics captured scenes of history and everyday Roman life.

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Mosaic floors were a statement of wealth and importance.

mosaic

Rich Romans decorated the floors of their main rooms with mosaics. These were stuck to the floor with mortar, a type of cement. Each mosaic used thousands of pieces to make a pattern.

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close up of a mosaic

Take a look at ancient Roman mosaics (BBC) 

Make a Roman Mosaic Online

 
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