Mosaic Art Sculpture by Heidi Melano

Mosaic panel made of handcut Venetian glass, ceramic and multiple types of granite on a special composite in a steel frame. The composite created by the artist, Heidi Melano is a combination of materials that allow the sculpture to be displayed inside, as well as outside. Pate de verre glass pieces from Societe Albertini & Cie Paris imported from Italy.

This rare and unique work of mosaic art would enhance any setting, it would look particularly stunning in a contemporary or modern space. Can be displayed inside on a wall, floor or equally perfect for displaying outdoor in a yard, on a deck or anywhere colorful artwork is desired. A true conversational piece that will most certainly intrigue you and your guests at every glance.

Measures: 52 1/2″ Long overall, 51 1/2″ long plaque without steel frame,
24 3/4″ High x 3 1/4″ Deep

Certified/acknowledgement with Heidi Melano’s Swiss drivers license and signature dated 2013, see detailed photos.
Artwork produced in late 20th century.

About the Artist:
Heidi Melano was the premier mosaic artist who collaborated with and
executed works for Fernand Leger, Georges Braques, Marc Chagall, to name a few. One of her largest works is on the east and west facades of the Fernand Leger Museum building in Biot, France. Heidi translated Léger’s large figure paintings from the 1920s—figures outlined in thick black lines against bold, minimal backgrounds—into glass and stone.
Georges Bauquier, Director of the museum, commissioned Heidi Melano to make monumental mosaics based on Léger’s plans for La Triennale di Milano (1951) and for the decoration of the University of Caracas (1954). The Fernand Léger Museum was marked with its seal the cultural landscape of the time by the French cultural minister.
Not far from Biot, other projects devoted to the great figures of modern art materialized soon after: in Saint Paul de Vence, the Fondation Maeght in 1964 and in Nice the Marc Chagall museum in 1969. Set on an external wall of the Fondation’s bookshop, mosaic was the first work created by Chagall with this Material (1964-65). Mosaicists Heidi and Lino Melano collaborated on making it.
Dedicated to Aimé and Marguerite Maeght, the mosaic represents the founders welcoming visitors. Fondation Maeght also preserves the preparatory model (gouache on paper) which served as the basis for the mosaic.