Mosaic

usgb/məʊˈzeɪɪk/
noun

A picture or pattern made with small pieces of colored materials.

She made a beautiful mosaic of a sunset with small pieces of colored glass.
Visual representation of "mosaic" - A picture or pattern made with small pieces of colored materials.

Often appears as...

  • mosaic pattern
  • mosaic art
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Visual representation of "mosaic"
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Tiny Pieces

Mosaic often involves very small, sometimes delicate pieces put together to create the image.

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The artist used tiny shards of pottery in his mosaic.
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Visual Art

The term 'mosaic' primarily relates to visual arts and can be seen in historical and modern contexts.

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Ancient Greek mosaics have been found at historical dig sites.
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Handmade Craft

Mosaics are often handmade, which can make them unique and valuable pieces of art.

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Each handmade mosaic coaster was different.
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