Elizabeth Locke’s collection of micromosaics provides a lens on the continuity of the ancient craft of mosaic into the modern era. As well-heeled English travelers crossed the channel to tour the “cradle of western civilization,” Roman mosaicists responded to the demand for classically-inspired works by producing micromosaics evocative of their journey. This talk considers the historical legacy of Locke’s collection within the context of the Grand Tour.
