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Antique Venetian Lampwork Wedding Cake Glass Trade Beads
Antique Venetian Lampwork Wedding Cake Glass Trade Beads
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SKU:SB-38816
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Explore the beauty and history of these three OLD rare black "Wedding Cake" Venetian glass trade beads. Crafted with intricate aventurine and raised decorations, these beads are a testament to the exquisite artistry of early 20th-century Venetian artisans.
- Size: 11 - 12 mm X 8 mm
- Condition: Excellent (minor decoration loss, see photos)
These beads were skillfully crafted in Venice using the traditional lampwork technique, where glass rods are wound and shaped over a flame. This method results in beads with unique patterns and textures, highly prized in the African trade.
Venetian trade beads played a significant role in the cultural and economic exchanges between Europe and Africa, particularly in Ghana. These beads were often used as a form of currency and hold great historical significance in African heritage.
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