Kleanthis Moustakas creates mosaics in natural stone in his workshop in the village of Gialia, hidden in an unspoilt valley in the Paphos district of western Cyprus. He has studied the ancient art and craft of Cyprus both on the island and further afield, in Greece and the UK. His skills include icon painting and stonemasonry, but in recent years he has concentrated on mosaics, using his knowledge of the myths and legends of the ancient Greek civilisation as the inspiration for his work.

Kleanthis' approach is to use the authentic materials employed by Roman, Hellenic and medieval artists. He searches for unusual and contrasting natural colours in the stone that can be found on the island and even his backings and cements include natural materials like seaweed and terracotta.

Beautiful practical art from Cyprus

Kleanthis makes large scale mosaics for public buildings, but also many smaller works like this striking mosaic of nautilus to an original design.

These can be made into a table, fire screen or other item of furniture with the addition of a wrought iron, wooden frame, set into external/ internal walls, or into a floor.

They are extremely hard wearing and will lend your home a distinctive identity for many years to come.