This beautiful matching pair of rare, antique banded oval Venetian millefiori mosaic glass trade beads showcases the artistry of early 20th-century glassmaking. Made in Venice and highly sought after for African trade, these beads exemplify the intricate mosaic style known as "millefiori" or "thousand flowers," featuring vivid colors and distinct banding.
Dimensions:
Bead Size: 15 x 11 mm
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition
These antique beads carry a rich history, having once traveled from Venice to Africa in the early 1900s. Millefiori beads were created through a meticulous glasswork technique that involved layering and fusing colored glass canes to achieve a vibrant floral pattern within the glass. These Venetian beads were prized in African markets, especially in Ghana, where they held cultural significance and became symbols of trade and artistry.
