Ancient Rome Tessella. The word “tessellation” comes from the word “tessella” which originates in ancient rome. Memento mori images created with animal skulls.

From discovering new drug treatments to harnessing green energy, our work makes a difference. < latin, perhaps shortening of greek *tessarágōnos square] Chris bradley / getty images of the three original type classifications of western typography—roman, italic, and blackletter.