Antique Venetian Millefiori Mosaic Glass Trade Beads - 5 Matching Beads

Explore this exquisite set of five antique Venetian millefiori mosaic glass trade beads, crafted with precision in Venice in the early 1900s and used widely in African trade. These beads showcase a stunning millefiori (meaning "thousand flowers") mosaic design, where each piece is adorned with intricate floral patterns, characteristic of authentic Venetian craftsmanship. Their vibrant colors and detailed artistry make them a remarkable piece of history and artistry combined.

Bead Sizes:

• Length: 13 mm
• Diameter: 7 mm

Condition:

• Excellent condition

These beautiful glass beads were meticulously created using the ancient millefiori technique, a complex glasswork process that involves layering colorful glass canes to form unique floral patterns within each bead. Once highly valued in African trade, especially in regions like Ghana, these beads held significance as symbols of wealth and status. Venetian millefiori beads became prized treasures, collected by traders and exchanged as valuable items, intertwining the artistry of Venice with African heritage.

Discover more about our unique and historic beads at TribalGH:

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