Discover a beautiful rare antique Venetian millefiori mosaic trade bead featuring a large elbow shape with intricate multimurrine patterns. This unique glass bead, crafted in Venice, showcases vibrant floral motifs and detailed millefiori artistry, making it a stunning collector's piece from the African trade of the early 1900s.
Specifications:
Size: 44 x 14 mm
Shape: Elbow
Color: Multicolor with intricate floral patterns
Condition:
Very good condition: Very lightly chipped at the ends (see photos for details).
Crafted in Venice using the traditional millefiori technique, this mosaic bead is a testament to the artistry and innovation of Italian glassmakers. Millefiori, or “thousand flowers,” refers to the detailed flower patterns created by layering colored glass canes, carefully fused to form vibrant, complex designs. These Venetian beads were highly valued in West Africa, especially in Ghana, where they became integral to local adornment and trade, symbolizing wealth, culture, and artistry.
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