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Antique Venetian Millefiori Mosaic Beads – African Trade Beads
Antique Venetian Millefiori Mosaic Beads – African Trade Beads
Antique Venetian Millefiori Mosaic Glass Trade Beads – Rare African Trade Beads
Discover a stunning trio of rare, antique Venetian millefiori mosaic glass trade beads, each meticulously crafted in Venice and originally circulated in the African trade. These unique beads, dating back to the early 1900s, showcase the iconic millefiori pattern, prized for its vivid colors and intricate glasswork.
- Size of beads:
- Bead 1: 15 x 8 mm
- Bead 2: 15 x 9 mm
- Bead 3: 15 x 10 mm
- Condition:
- Very good condition
- Lightly beveled ends with minimal chipping
The Venetian millefiori technique, which means "a thousand flowers" in Italian, involves layering slices of colored glass canes to create vibrant floral or geometric patterns within each bead. These beads were not only cherished as jewelry in Ghana and other regions of Africa but also served as valuable trade currency, woven into the rich history of cultural exchange on the continent.
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