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Rare Antique Banded Oval Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Trade Beads
Rare Antique Banded Oval Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Trade Beads
Explore this rare pair of antique banded oval Venetian millefiori mosaic glass trade beads. Crafted with exceptional skill in Venice during the early 1900s, these beads display a vibrant and intricate mosaic design. Each bead features captivating, multicolored patterns encapsulated in rich glasswork that has been preserved in remarkable condition. These beautiful beads are a true testament to the artistry and trade history that flourished between Europe and Africa.
Specifications:
- Length: 15 mm
- Diameter: 9 mm
Condition:
- Excellent condition with very light beveling
Millefiori, meaning "a thousand flowers," is an intricate glass-making technique perfected in Venice. These mosaic beads were crafted by layering colored glass canes, then slicing them into cross-sections that reveal vibrant floral and geometric patterns. Highly valued as trade beads, they were exchanged throughout Africa, especially in Ghana, symbolizing wealth, status, and cultural exchange in African communities. Such rare finds today provide collectors with a direct link to the rich trade bead legacy.
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