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Rare Antique "Murano Bird" Elbow Venetian Millefiori Mosaic Trade Bead, 35x8mm
Rare Antique "Murano Bird" Elbow Venetian Millefiori Mosaic Trade Bead, 35x8mm
Discover the exquisite rarity of this antique "Murano Bird" Venetian millefiori mosaic glass trade bead, referenced in Picard, Volume VI, p.35 (Bead 571). An exceptional find for collectors, this bead features vibrant and intricate millefiori work, with eye-catching "bird" motifs in its design, a testament to the artistic prowess of Venetian glassmakers.
Bead Size:
- Length: 35 mm
- Width: 8 mm
Condition:
- Very good overall, with light chipping at the ends (refer to photos)
Venetian millefiori beads, also known as mosaic beads, are highly prized for their intricate patterns and historical significance. Crafted meticulously in Venice in the early 1900s, this bead represents the renowned mosaic glass technique, in which multiple layers of colored glass rods are fused together to form stunning, flower-like patterns. Millefiori beads like this one played a significant role in African trade, notably in Ghana and across West Africa, where they were exchanged as symbols of wealth and social status.
Embrace a piece of history and artistry with this rare Murano Bird millefiori trade bead, a timeless connection to the trade heritage between Africa and Venice.
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