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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Old Banded Oval Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African trade SB-29796
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Rare Old Disks Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African Trade SB-29890
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Rare Old Matching Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African Trade SB-29894
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Nice Old Large tabular Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Bead African Trade SB-29915
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Rare Old Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African Trade SB-29960
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Old Matching Pair Of Rare Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African Trade SB-29968
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Old Matching Pair Of Rare Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African Trade SB-29986
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Rare Old Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African Trade 5 pc SB-29992
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Nice Old Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African trade SB-29994
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Old Banded Multimurrine Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African Trade SB-30036
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Rare Old rectangular Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African Trade SB-30038
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Matching Rare Old Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass African Trade Beads SB-30045
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Rare Matching Pair Of Old Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African trade SB-30059
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Rare Old large Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African trade SB-30079
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Rare Old Matching Pair Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African trade SB-30087
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Rare Old Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African Trade SB-30090
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Rare Old Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African Trade SB-30095
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Rare Old Matching banded Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass African Trade Beads SB-30099
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Rare Old large Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Bead African trade SB-30103
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Rare Old Round banded Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African trade SB-30111
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Old Matching Pair Of Rare Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African Trade SB-30115
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Rare Matching Old Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass African Trade Beads SB-30126
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Rare Old Matching Banded Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African trade SB-28155
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Rare Old Brick Color large Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African trade SB-30133
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Rare Old Large Size Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Bead African Trade SB-30141
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Old Matching Pair large Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African trade SB-30145
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Rare Old Large multimurrine Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass African Trade Bead SB-30149
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Old murrine and trail decoration Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Trade Beads SB-30162
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Rare Old oval Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass African Trade Beads SB-30176
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Very Rare Old tabular Black Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Bead African Trade SB-30178
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Old Matching Pair large Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African trade SB-30180
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Rare Old large Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African trade SB-30191
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Old Matching Rare Large Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Beads African trade SB-30193
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Rare Old tabular Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Bead African Trade SB-30198
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Rare Old tabular Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Bead African Trade SB-30199
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Rare Old large size Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Bead African trade SB-30201
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