The Vault is Slate’s history blog. Like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter @slatevault, and find us on Tumblr. Find out more about what this space is all about here. In an 1886 catalog, the Belcher ...

African mosaic garden art is a creative way to beautify your outdoor space with colorful patterns and designs. This art form ...

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Mosaic is an image or a pattern created by arranging small coloured pieces, such as stones or glass. ‘Mosaic’ originates from the Greek word ‘mousaikos’, which refers to the work done by the Muses.