These four beautiful and rare fancy Venetian wound glass trade beads feature exquisite trail decoration, a testament to the masterful craftsmanship of Venice in the late 1800s to early 1900s. Historically used in African trade, these beads hold both cultural and aesthetic value, making them a prized addition to any collection.
Size: 11 mm in diameter
Condition: Excellent
Each bead was meticulously crafted using the lampwork technique, also known as wound glass, where molten glass is skillfully shaped around a metal rod. This time-honored method, perfected by Venetian artisans, resulted in the intricate designs seen on these beads. Venetian trade beads like these were widely used as currency and trade items in Africa, particularly in Ghana, where they were cherished for their beauty and symbolism.
