Tech4Learning
Pics4 Learning: Images for Education: Mosaic
Dozens of photos of mosaics from around the world add to this useful reference. Browse through the examples, then click to enlarge.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of African Art | African Mosaic
Identify and understand this exhibit of African art presented by the National Museum of African Art. A brief video provides and overview of the exhibit. Experience the tour virtually and quiz your observation skills with the Gallery Hunt.
BBC
Bbc: History? A Collection of Roman Mosaics
A series of pictures of Roman mosaics taken from Roman ruins and sites in England. If you click on "Find Out More," you will get a print bibliography. Archived.
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Metropolitan Museum of Art: Louis C. Tiffany
Louis C. Tiffany created fabulous mosaics, stained-glass windows, Favrile glass, lamps, enamels, ceramics, jewelry, metalwork, drawings and paintings. This site provides details on his life and work with wonderful images to explore.
Art Institute of Chicago
Art Institute of Chicago: Section of a Floor Mosaic (In Spanish)
Examine an example of a Roman floor mosaic from the fifth century A.D. and view two accompanying video clips. One explains the Roman fascination with wild and exotic animals, such as the giraffe depicted in the mosaic; the other explains...
J. Paul Getty Trust
J. Paul Getty Museum: Conserving Mosaics of Roman Africa
View a selection of mosaics from the national museums of Tunisia of Roman mosaics.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Wax Crayon Mosaics
Through this instructional activity, students will learn how to use crayons to make three-dimensional mosaic designs.
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Metropolitan Museum of Art: Byzantium: Timeline
This timeline is highlighted with images of objects from the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
ArtLex
Art Lex: Roman Art
Artlex.com surveys Roman art and artists with text and illustrated examples. Features include links to related terms, concepts, art examples, and the like.
University of Pittsburgh
U. Of Pittsburgh: Images of Medieval Art & Architecture
This University of Pittsburgh site provides images of many examples of Medieval art and architecture. Also includes interesting facts, drawings, and more.
California State University
Bean and Seed Mosaic
This lesson plan offers an alternative to generic torn/cut paper mosaics by using beans and seeds. Introduce Mexican culture and have your students practice the elements of line, shape, and color.
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Science Snacks: Polarized Light Mosaic
Learn how to make stained glass window art using the phenomenon of polarized light.
Marilyn J. Brackney
Imagination Factory: Art Is More Than a Pretty Picture
With this art activity, individuals or groups can use a wide variety of objects to create a collage of America. The example collage is made of garbage, and is intended to be a commentary on our problems with trash.
The History Cat
The History Cat: Islamic Arts and Literature
An introduction to the art and literature that were produced during the Islamic Golden Age. A brief look at Islamic calligraphy, mosaics, geometric designs, and the story behind the 1001 Tales of the Arabian Nights.
Curated OER
Roman Villa and Mosaics
Three pages of photos of an early Roman villa with decorative floor, wall, and bath mosaics.
Other
Romans in Britain: Roman Mosaics
Historical site from Romans-In-Britain covering the history of the Roman mosaics in Britain. Provides information on the design, building, and construction of the mosaics.
Other
Paper Mosaics
A unique combination of origami paper folding and mathematical tessellations create these stunning works of art. Definitely not for the beginning paper folder to try! Site includes printable patterns.
Dartmouth College
Dartmouth College: Hood Museum of Art
Designed by architect Charles Moore, the Hood Museum of Art has a permanent collection ranging from Ancient and Asian to Modern and Contemporary Art. Of special note are American portrait paintings of the 18th and 19th centuries,...
Yale University
Yale New Haven Teachers Institute: Mosaic America: Civil Rights Movement
A lesson unit designed to outline the civil rights movement as seen through the eyes of African Americans, Chicanos, and Native Americans.
Library of Congress
Loc: African American Mosaic: Wpa
A short description with primary source examples of the aid African American artists received from the WPA.
Marilyn J. Brackney
Imagination Factory: What Did You Do on Your Summer Vacation?
Here is an art idea for young students returning to school after summer break. Website provides ideas for making unique collages conveying any theme.
J. Paul Getty Trust
J. Paul Getty Museum: Glassmaking in Antiquity
A wonderful illustrated article that describes various glass forms created over the years, from ancient times through the eleventh century A.D. Intriguing videos on ancient glassmaking techniques accompany the article, making this an...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Mexican Muralism: Los Tres Grandes David Siqueiros, Diego Rivera
Siqueiros, Diego Rivera, and Jose Clemente Orozco-known as Los tres grandes-cultivated an artistic style that defined Mexican identity following the Revolution. They crafted epic murals on the walls of highly visible, public buildings...
Curated OER
A View on Cities: Budapest: Art Nouveau Mosaic 'Our Lady of Hungary'
Art Nouveau Mosaic 'Our Lady of Hungary', Szervita ter (Budapest)