Antique Large Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Trade Beads - Rare Pair

Explore this beautiful and rare pair of antique Venetian millefiori mosaic glass trade beads, crafted in the early 1900s. With vivid mosaic patterns unique to Venetian glasswork, these beads represent the fine artistry and cultural exchange emblematic of the African trade bead era. Perfect for collectors, these beads are a remarkable find due to their size and condition.

• Size: 21 x 10 mm
• Condition: Very good

The technique behind these beads, known as millefiori or "a thousand flowers," was perfected in Venice, where skilled artisans layered molten glass canes to create intricate mosaic patterns within each bead. Such beads played a significant role in African trade, especially in regions like Ghana, where they were exchanged as currency, treasured as symbols of wealth, and held great cultural significance.

Own a piece of history with these exquisite Venetian beads, connecting centuries of tradition, trade, and craftsmanship.

Explore more from TribalGH:

• Current Millefiori Beads Collection
• Trade Beads Collection
• Archived Millefiori Beads