Rare Antique OVAL Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Trade Beads Pair

Discover a beautiful matching pair of rare OVAL Venetian millefiori mosaic glass trade beads-highly collectible and crafted with extraordinary detail. These antique glass beads, created in the early 1900s in Venice, were traditionally used in African trade and hold a distinctive appeal with their intricate millefiori (or "thousand flowers") patterning. Each bead is uniquely crafted, displaying a skillful mosaic design that collectors and admirers of historical art treasure.

• Size: 16 x 9 mm
• Condition: Excellent; very lightly beveled, retaining original shape and vibrancy (see photos)

Venetian artisans crafted these exquisite millefiori beads using an intricate glass-making technique that involves layering colored glass rods to create stunning floral and geometric patterns. Each bead is a testament to the rich craftsmanship of Venice's glassmakers, who created these mosaic pieces for trade with African communities. These beads became cherished symbols of value and status across West Africa, particularly in Ghana, where they played an important role in ceremonial attire and local economies.

Experience a piece of African trade history and Venetian artistry with this rare, beautifully preserved OVAL millefiori bead pair.

Explore more of TribalGH’s collections here:

• Current Millefiori Beads Collection
• Old Trade Beads Collection
• Archived Millefiori Beads