Medusa Mosaic This mosaic illustrates the head of Medusa. Medusa In Greek mythology Medusa was a monster, a Gorgon, generally described as a winged human female with living venomous snakes in place of hair. Gazers upon her hideous face would turn to stone. Most sources describe her as the daughter of Phorcys and Ceto, though the author Hyginus makes her the daughter of Gorgon and Ceto. This masterpiece is an entirely handmade mosaic reproduction created using the techniques of ancient romans called Opus tessellatum, cubic stones tiles mosaic. During its manufacture 8 mm stone and natural marble tiles are used, all together being fixed on mortar with a metallic structure. Material: Marble Dimensions: 40cm x 16cm View Photos For Further Details.