Presenting a rare Antique Venetian Millefiori mosaic glass trade bead in a striking elbow shape, crafted in Venice in the early 1900s. This unique mosaic bead, originally produced for the African trade, showcases the artistry and precision for which Venetian bead makers were renowned. With vibrant colors and an intricate millefiori design, it is an exquisite example of historical Venetian craftsmanship.
Size: 37 x 11 mm
Condition: Excellent
Created through a meticulous millefiori technique, where layers of colorful glass canes are fused, sliced, and shaped into mesmerizing mosaic patterns, these beads were highly valued in African trade, especially in regions like Ghana. Often used as currency and cherished as symbols of wealth and status, millefiori beads hold a significant place in African culture and history.
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