About this Event
The Mathematical Mastery of Moroccan Mosaics | CEU Presented by European Bath | Kitchen | Tile & Stone and Lunada Bay Tile
Wednesday, November 13 | 11:30 AM
This course will examine the origins of zellige, its historical usage,
the time-honored manufacturing process still used today, and how
the recent popularity of this age-old tile medium has brought about
renewed interest in the mathematical foundations of the art form
and ushered in a new era of contemporary designs and applications.
Learning Objectives:
• Understand the origins and history of zellige, an ancient mosaic tile artform
• Explore the traditional manufacturing process of hand-chiseled tile pieces and tessellations
• Discover the significance of zellige in Moroccan architecture and its continued relevance in modern buildings
• Appreciate the blending of classical and modern styles in contemporary zellige designs
Key Points Of CEU Discussion:
• Zellige is one of the oldest mosaic tilemaking traditions in the world
• Made from individually hand-chiseled tile pieces that form patterns based on tessellations
• Predominantly seen in Moroccan architecture and western Islamic world structures
• Utilized in mosques, mausoleums, universities, and palaces for centuries
• Saved from obscurity by the Moroccan Royal Family in the 20th century
• Zellige continues to be a cultural and artistic hallmark of Moroccan identity
• Modern zellige combines classical aesthetics with contemporary design elements
• Presentation to cover origins, historical usage, manufacturing process, and recent resurgence of interest
• Recent popularity of zellige has revived appreciation for mathematical foundations and contemporary aesthetics
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
European Bath, Kitchen, Tile, & Stone, 495 South Grand Central Parkway, Las Vegas, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 15.00