Presenting five exquisite antique banded millefiori Venetian mosaic glass trade beads, crafted with exceptional artistry in Venice, Italy. These remarkable beads are a testament to the legacy of Venetian glasswork, created for the African trade in the early 1900s.
Size: 14-15 mm in length and 9 mm in diameter.
Condition: Very good, with lightly beveled edges as shown in photos.
The intricate banded design showcases the mastery of the millefiori technique, where vibrant glass canes are carefully fused and sliced to reveal stunning floral and geometric patterns. These Venetian beads not only represent exquisite craftsmanship but also played a significant role in the African trade, particularly in Ghana and other parts of West Africa, where they held cultural and economic value.
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