Mosaic Masterpieces (1928)

“The famous mosaic studio of the Vatican where the intricate and painstaking art of mosaic painting is carried on...“ M/S of an artist at work on a mosaic portrait of a man in religious dress. C/U of the mosaic under construction and the painting upon which it is based. “Great care is taken in the selection of the mosaics to secure the correct shades and thickness.“ M/S of a man sitting beside a window choosing pieces of mosaic. C/U of a tool being used to break the mosaic into small pieces. C/U of man working on a large mosaic featuring angels. C/U of the pieces being applied to the picture. Tweezers are used to place the small pieces of mosaic in the correct place. “The Vatican Studios are world-famous for this unique work..“ L/S of man sitting in front of one mosaic at work. Behind him is a large painting that he is using as inspiration. C/U of the face of an angel in mosaic. “Some rare masterpieces...“ C/U of a framed painting. L/S of another painting - a Madonna and Child. C/U of