Ancient and Contemporary Mosaics of Plovdiv/ Антични и съвременни мозайки от Пловдив

This bilingual book presents an in-depth exploration of ancient and contemporary mosaic art in the city of Plovdiv, featuring examples included in the “Mosaic Tour of Plovdiv,” established in 2021 by the Balkan Heritage Foundation. Both the book and the Tour are supported financially by the Municipality of Plovdiv. As the first tour of its kind organized by the Balkan Heritage Foundation in Bulgaria, it seeks to raise awareness of the city’s rich mosaic artistic heritage while promoting the preservation and dissemination of this fascinating cultural aspect through the development of additional tours throughout the country. The showcased mosaics, adorning both public and private buildings from the periods of Roman Philippopolis and the mid-20th century, embody the unique spirit of modern Plovdiv, a city with a history spanning millennia. The catalog “Ancient and Contemporary Mosaics of Plovdiv” serves as an exceptional guide, introducing the historical context, technology, and interpretation of these mosaics, with contributions from specialists presented in a way that is accessible to a general audience.