The achingly beautiful third or fourth century Roman mosaics in Lod, Israel, first discovered in 1996, are being uncovered once and for all, according to the Israel Antiquities Authority:
The mosaic is a real archaeological gem and extraordinarily
well-preserved. It covers an area of approximately 180 square meters
and is composed of colored carpets that depict in detail mammals,
birds, fish, a variety of flora and the sailing and merchant ships that
were used at the time. The purpose of the building in which the mosaic
floor was placed is not known.
More at Artdaily.org with details of the conservation and development of the site here.
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