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Rare Antique Rattle Snake Venetian Lampwork Glass Trade Bead, 31mm
Rare Antique Rattle Snake Venetian Lampwork Glass Trade Bead, 31mm
Discover this rare and beautiful "Rattle Snake" trail-decorated fancy elbow Venetian wound glass bead. Made in Venice, this antique bead is a unique piece of history, featuring intricate craftsmanship and a fascinating design reminiscent of the early 1900s African trade. Its exquisite "Rattle Snake" pattern showcases the expertise of Venetian artisans in lampwork techniques, making this a collectible treasure for any bead enthusiast.
- Size: 31mm x 7mm
- Condition: Very good, lightly chipped at the end (see photos)
Venetian lampwork (or wound glass) beads like this one were hand-crafted in Venice and used as currency and trade items, especially in West Africa, including regions like Ghana. These trade beads held significant cultural and economic value, exchanged for goods across Africa for centuries. The lampwork technique, a process in which molten glass is carefully wound around a metal rod, allowed artisans to create stunning patterns like the "Rattle Snake" trail, adding to the bead's intricate beauty.
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