Traditional Moroccan glazed tiles.

The art of decorating with mosaic tiles known as Zellige or Zillij has been passed on through generations of Arabic craftsmen. The millennial technique creates exact geometric designs using small Zellige or Zillij tiles cut into triangles, hexagons, squares and fish shapes. The handmade Zellige or Zillijk are glazed in luminous, semi-transparent colors, and have a unique irregular finish. Zellige can be used to decorate any surface, from walls and floors, to fountains and pools.
Mosaic del Sur handmade Zellige (or Zillij) are fired and glazed using traditional methods, but in a workshop which enjoys the benefits of modern technical developments and commercial organization. These exquisite Zellige ( Zillij tiles) come in a range of 50 pearlescent colors, which vary subtly in depth and reflection. Traditional Zillij adapts perfectly to modern decorative projects.