Guides for owners and researchers.
Four carefully documented starting points for identifying, preserving and understanding a Roman micromosaic.
Identification
A careful guide to recognising antique Roman micromosaics through glass tesserae, construction, setting, marks and signs of restoration.
Read guideValue
Learn what influences an antique micromosaic’s value—from maker and tesserae to condition, subject and provenance—then request a private review.
Read guideInherited objects
You do not need to identify or value an inherited micromosaic first. Send a few photographs for a confidential, no-obligation review.
Read guideResearch bibliography
A verified bibliography of books, collection catalogues and open research on Roman micromosaics, makers, workshops and Grand Tour collecting.
Read guideHow Kempini works with uncertainty.
Attribution, condition and provenance are not compressed into a sales label. Each is stated only to the level supported by photographs, measurements and documentary sources.
Do you own a micromosaic?
A few photographs and approximate dimensions are enough for a confidential first enquiry. You do not need to identify the maker, date or material.
Send photographs privately