Antique Yellow Fancy Venetian Lampwork Glass Trade Beads, African Trade

These four beautiful old yellow Fancy Venetian wound glass trade beads feature elegant trail decorations, a testament to Venetian craftsmanship. These beads were originally made in Venice and traded extensively across Africa in the late 1800s to early 1900s, where they were highly valued for their beauty and cultural significance. Each bead is a stunning example of antique wound glasswork, perfect for collectors or those creating unique jewelry pieces.

• Bead Size: 13 x 9 mm
• Condition: Very good condition, with minor decoration loss (see photos)

Venetian lampwork beads, also known as wound glass beads, were meticulously crafted by skilled artisans in Venice, Italy, using a technique that involves winding molten glass around a mandrel. This technique, dating back centuries, produced some of the finest beads used in trade throughout West Africa. In countries like Ghana, these beads became integral to local culture, often signifying wealth and social status during important rituals and ceremonies.

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• Venetian Lampwork Trade Beads Collection
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