Illustrative photo for the article above: a decorative pool dating from 1963, featuring a design by Georges Braque.
In the Garden: add a decorative mosaic pool!
Mosaic has long been a defining feature in the history of Art Deco, Mediterranean and Oriental gardens, particularly in the creation of ornamental pools.
It was traditionally crafted using terracotta or ceramic tiles, until the introduction of handcrafted Italian smalti.
An ornamental pool, whether large or small, brings a truly original and refreshing touch to any garden!
Although still relatively uncommon in private gardens, ornamental pools have earned their place of honour in historic settings.
Photo opposite: an ornamental pool in an Art Deco garden listed as a Historic Monument.
Create a cool and refreshing oasis that requires little maintenance!
Unlike a fish pond or one with aquatic plants, a decorative mosaic pool requires very little maintenance. A few eco-friendly water treatment methods are all that is needed to keep the water clean and healthy.
Venetian smalti are particularly well suited to creating mosaics for ornamental pools.
They can be arranged in a variety of formats, and above all, smalti are available in an exceptionally wide range of colours!
Mosaic in the Garden for a Mediterranean Style!
Coloured smalti can also be used to create more contemporary designs on garden walls or as decorative wall coverings at the far end of the garden.
Glass-paste smalti are equally suited to classic and historical designs as they are to much more modern styles.
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