Antique Rectangular Brick "Eye" Fancy Venetian Glass Trade Beads, 12-13mm

These five beautiful antique Venetian rectangular brick "Eye" fancy glass trade beads are an exquisite example of fine craftsmanship from the late 1800s to early 1900s. Made with the lampwork technique, each bead features intricate trail decorations, characteristic of Venetian beadmaking. Their unique "eye" design, created with delicate trails of glass, gives them a timeless and captivating appearance. These beads were highly valued in African trade and continue to hold historical and cultural significance.

• Size of beads: 12-13 mm (Length) X 7 mm (Width) X 7 mm (Height)
• Condition: Excellent

Venetian lampwork beads, also known as wound glass beads, are crafted by winding molten glass around a mandrel. This age-old technique, perfected in Venice, created beads of incredible detail and quality. Venetian trade beads, such as these, played a significant role in the trade routes across Africa, particularly in Ghana, where they were often used as currency, symbols of status, and for ceremonial purposes.

Discover more about our exquisite collection of Venetian lampwork trade beads currently available for sale here, or explore our full range of old trade beads here. You can also view the archives of sold Venetian lampwork beads here.