Rare Blue Fancy Venetian Lampwork Glass Trade Beads with Trail Decoration

Introducing a stunning collection of five rare blue "FANCY" Venetian lampwork trade beads, each meticulously handcrafted in Venice and decorated with intricate trail designs. These exquisite beads were used in the African trade during the late 1800s to early 1900s, making them not only beautiful but historically significant. Their captivating blue hue and unique patterns reflect the artistry of Venetian beadmakers from this golden era of glass craftsmanship.

• Size: 10 mm in diameter
• Condition: Very good (minor decoration loss, see photos)

Venetian lampwork beads, also known as wound glass beads, are created using a time-honored technique where molten glass is wound around a metal rod and decorated with colored trails of glass. Each bead in this set has been individually crafted, resulting in unique variations and an artisanal touch.

These beads were a prized item in the African trade, especially in regions like Ghana, where they were exchanged for goods and used as symbols of wealth and status. Today, they hold immense value for collectors and artisans, carrying with them a piece of history and a legacy of cross-cultural trade.

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