Antique Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Trade Beads Pair, 21x11mm

Discover this beautiful matching pair of antique Venetian millefiori mosaic glass trade beads from the early 1900s. These intricately crafted beads feature the iconic millefiori "thousand flowers" design, meticulously made in Venice, Italy, and destined for African trade. The deep colors and rich floral patterns make these beads not only stunning pieces of art but also significant historical artifacts.

Bead Details:

• Size: 21 x 11 mm
• Condition: Excellent

Millefiori beads like these were crafted using a complex layering technique unique to Venice. Each bead began as a bundle of colored glass canes, which were heated, sliced, and meticulously arranged to form vibrant mosaic patterns. These beads became popular trade items across Africa, particularly in Ghana, where they held both aesthetic and cultural significance, symbolizing wealth and status in communities.

Explore more of TribalGH's collection:

• Current Millefiori Beads Collection
• Antique Trade Beads Collection
• Sold Millefiori Beads Archive