This rare antique Venetian tabular millefiori bead is a remarkable find, shaped like a surfboard with an exquisite mosaic pattern that showcases the mastery of Venetian glassmaking. The bold, vibrant colors and detailed design make it a highly collectible bead, treasured by jewelry designers and collectors alike.
Size: Length: 31 mm Width: 12 mm Thickness: 9 mm
Condition: Very good overall, with minor chipping at one end (visible in photos)
Crafted in Venice, Italy, during the early 1900s, this millefiori bead was created using a specialized "mosaic" technique, where colorful glass canes are fused and sliced to reveal intricate floral and geometric patterns. Venetian millefiori beads like this were integral to African trade, serving as symbols of wealth and social status throughout Ghana and West Africa. Collectors today prize these beads for their historical significance and timeless beauty.
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