Antique Brick "Eye" Fancy Venetian Lampwork Glass Trade Beads
Antique Brick "Eye" Fancy Venetian Lampwork Glass Trade Beads
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Introducing four beautiful, old matching brick "Eye" Fancy Venetian wound glass trade beads, adorned with intricate trail decorations. These exquisite beads are a testament to the craftsmanship of Venetian artisans from the late 1800s to early 1900s, specifically made for the African trade.
- Size: 16 mm x 9 mm
- Condition: Excellent (minor decoration loss, see photos)
The intricate technique of creating these lampwork beads involves skillfully winding molten glass around a metal rod, followed by detailed decorative work. This method, perfected by Venetian artisans, results in unique and highly sought-after beads. Such beads played a significant role in trade across Ghana and other parts of Africa, symbolizing wealth and social status.
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