Rare Old Large Curved Tabular Venetian Millefiori Mosaic Glass Trade Bead
Discover a truly exceptional piece of African trade bead history with this stunning large Venetian millefiori mosaic glass trade bead. This bead, dating back to the early 1900s, showcases the exquisite craftsmanship that made Venetian beads highly sought after in African trade. The unique surfboard-shaped, curved, tabular design adds to its rarity and charm.
Size: 44mm x 18mm x 8mm
Condition: Excellent
Made with the centuries-old millefiori technique, this bead features intricate glass patterns that were laboriously handcrafted in Venice, Italy. Each bead is created by layering and fusing colored glass canes to produce vibrant, mosaic-like designs, resulting in beads that are both artistic and durable. These beads were not just decorative but held immense value as currency and symbols of trade in African regions, especially Ghana, where they played an essential role in local economies and cultural exchanges.
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