Collection: Archives - Millefiori Mosaic Trade Beads
Step into the rich history of antique Millefiori trade beads - exquisite treasures that have journeyed through time from the 1600s to the 1920s, all hailing from the captivating city of Venice, Italy. While we have had the privilege of both selling and collecting these remarkable antique beads for the past 25 years, we are now embarking on a new venture - curating and sharing these extraordinary pieces through my website's archive photograph page.
Each antique bead tells unique stories, mosaics of colors and patterns that have adorned cultures and traversed continents. The legacies of these beads are deeply intertwined with the tapestries of history, particularly as sought-after African trade beads. These beads, also known as "thousand flowers" (Millefiori in Italian), are masterfully handcrafted using centuries-old techniques. Molten glass is shaped into intricate designs, often resembling vibrant flowers, and then sliced into delicate cross-sections. The results are awe-inspiring arrays of kaleidoscopic beads that have captivated collectors and enthusiasts for generations.
As we begin this monumental task of archiving these antique treasures online, we invite you to join us on this remarkable journey. While it will take several months to upload the extensive collections that we have had the privilege of selling or cherishing in our private collections, we are thrilled to offer glimpses into this enthralling world.
For those intrigued by the allure of Millefiori beads and mosaic-like patterns, our archive photographs will provide visual feasts. Should you find photographs that resonate with your creative endeavors, we encourage you to reach out to us. With due credit to our website, these archive photographs can potentially enrich your projects. However, kindly note that prior approval is necessary before using these images. Your respect for this process ensures that the legacies of these exceptional beads continue to shine brightly.
Thank you for embarking on these virtual voyages through time and artistry. Feel free to explore the archives, and should you wish to immortalize pieces of history in your work, simply contact us for approval. Also, if you are interested in exploring our current collections, you can visit our Millefiori mosaic glass beads. Together, we celebrate the enduring allure of antique Venetian Millefiori trade beads, connecting the past with the present in tapestries of creativity and appreciation.
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Venetian glass trade bead old rectangular millefiori African trade bead large SB-35560
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African trade beads millefiori old Venetian mosaic glass beads red banded Ghana SB-35592
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Old African trade beads rectangular millefiori Venetian mosaic glass beads large SB-35619
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Rare African trade bead old millefiori Venetian glass bead large Murano mosaic SB-35621
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Old African trade beads millefiori Venetian glass beads Murano mosaic rare Ghana SB-35637
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African trade beads banded old Millefiori Venetian glass beads Murano mosaic SB-35640
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African trade bead old millefiori Venetian glass large Murano mosaic very rare SB-35652
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Rare African trade bead STAR old Millefiori Venetian glass bead Murano mosaic SB-35665
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Venetian trade beads old millefiori African trade glass beads rectangular banded SB-35677
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African trade beads old Millefiori Venetian mosaic glass beads large Ghana rare SB-34265
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African trade bead Millefiori old Venetian mosaic glass beads large rare Ghana SB-34671
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African trade beads old Millefiori Venetian banded round mosaic glass beads pair SB-36018
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Venetian trade beads old millefiori glass beads Murano mosaic pair African trade SB-35690
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African trade beads old Millefiori Venetian glass beads Murano mosaic Ghana SB-35704
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Rare African trade beads old Millefiori Venetian glass beads white mosaic Ghana SB-35719
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Rare African trade beads old Millefiori Venetian glass beads Murano mosaic Ghana SB-35765
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Old African trade beads millefiori Venetian glass beads rare Murano mosaic pair SB-35781
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African glass trade beads Venetian old millefiori glass beads Murano mosaic rare SB-35797
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Old African trade beads millefiori Venetian glass beads Murano mosaic Ghana SB-35828
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Old African trade beads antique millefiori Venetian mosaic glass pair SB-35946
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Banded millefiori old Venetian glass trade beads Murano mosaic African trade SB-35963
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Old African trade beads millefiori Venetian glass beads rare pair Murano mosaic SB-35974
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Old African trade beads red Millefiori Venetian glass beads Murano mosaic Ghana SB-36041
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Old African trade beads Millefiori Venetian glass beads Murano mosaic Ghana Dipo SB-36058
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Rare African trade beads old millefiori Venetian glass beads Murano mosaic pair SB-36064
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African trade beads blue banded old millefiori Venetian glass beads Ghana trade SB-36069
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Rare African trade beads old millefiori Venetian glass beads Murano mosaic pair SB-36088
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Rare African trade beads old Millefiori Venetian mosaic glass beads large Ghana SB-36161
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Old African trade beads rare millefiori Venetian glass beads Murano mosaic pair SB-36202
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Old African trade beads millefiori Venetian glass beads rectangular mosaic pair SB-36232
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Old African trade beads rare Millefiori Venetian glass beads Murano mosaic Ghana SB-36237
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Rare African trade beads rectangular millefiori old Venetian glass beads Ghana SB-36246
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African trade beads banded old millefiori Venetian glass beads Murano mosaic SB-35506
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Old African trade beads millefiori Venetian glass beads rare Murano mosaic glass SB-36274
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Rare African trade beads old millefiori Venetian glass beads Murano mosaic pair SB-36285
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African trade bead banded old Millefiori Venetian glass bead multimurrine rare SB-36287
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