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Antique Red Skunk Venetian Lampwork Glass Trade Beads, 12mm, African Trade
Antique Red Skunk Venetian Lampwork Glass Trade Beads, 12mm, African Trade
Discover a beautiful and authentic matching pair of rare red Skunk/White Heart (Carnaline d'Aleppo) Venetian trade beads, meticulously crafted using the lampwork technique. Referenced in Picard, Volume IV, p.10, bead 235, these exquisite beads are a stunning addition to any collection of antique African trade beads.
- Bead Size: 12mm x 12mm
- Condition: Excellent
These beads, which date back to the early 1900s, were traded across Africa, particularly in regions such as Ghana, where Venetian glass beads held immense cultural and economic significance. As part of the African trade, Venetian lampwork beads were highly valued and often served as currency and symbols of wealth.
Venetian lampwork beads, also known as wound glass beads, were crafted in Venice using a method where molten glass was meticulously wound around a mandrel. This process allowed artisans to create unique designs and intricate patterns, which made these beads highly prized in the African trade. Their vibrant colors and craftsmanship contributed to their popularity across West Africa, where they were traded and cherished for generations.
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