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Antique Fancy Venetian Lampwork African Trade Beads 9x6mm
Antique Fancy Venetian Lampwork African Trade Beads 9x6mm
Discover a rare set of fourteen antique Venetian lampwork trade beads, made in Venice and once used in the African trade during the late 1800s to early 1900s. These beautiful, fancy wound glass beads feature intricate trail decorations that highlight their masterful craftsmanship.
- Bead Size: 9 mm X 6 mm
- Bead Count: 14 beads
- Condition: Excellent, with minor decoration loss (see photos)
The process of creating these beads, known as lampworking or wound glass bead making, involved winding molten glass around a thin metal rod. This intricate technique was mastered by Venetian artisans, producing beads with unique designs, such as the distinctive trail decorations seen here. These beads were highly valued in Africa, particularly in Ghana, where they played a significant role in trade and cultural exchanges. Today, they remain coveted collectors' items, treasured for their history and beauty.
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