Discover the beauty of this rare large antique Millefiori Venetian mosaic glass trade bead, a stunning piece of history from the early 1900s. Originally crafted in Venice, Italy, this exquisite bead showcases the vibrant and intricate Millefiori ("thousand flowers") technique, renowned for its unique mosaic patterns. This bead was traded extensively across West Africa, especially in Ghana, symbolizing the deep cultural exchange that trade beads represent.
Size: 38 mm x 13 mm
Condition: Very good (lightly beveled, very lightly chipped at the ends)
Millefiori beads, like this one, were made by layering different colors of glass to create detailed floral and geometric designs. These mosaic beads, highly prized in African cultures, were used in trade, particularly in the Ghanaian and broader West African regions, where they hold historical significance.
