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Rare Antique Black Floral Venetian Glass Trade Bead with Aventurine Trail
Rare Antique Black Floral Venetian Glass Trade Bead with Aventurine Trail
Explore this beautiful and rare black floral Venetian glass trade bead, a stunning piece of history crafted with the intricate lampwork technique. Featuring a delicate floral pattern and a shimmering aventurine trail decoration, this bead showcases Venetian artistry at its finest. The combination of black glass with decorative trails is a hallmark of traditional Venetian bead-making, reflecting centuries-old techniques.
- Size: 19 x 11 mm
- Condition: Very good condition (light chipping, as shown in photos)
This unique Venetian wound glass bead was part of the African trade during the late 1800s to early 1900s, making it a valuable piece for collectors and enthusiasts of African trade beads. Beads like these were highly prized and traded extensively across West Africa, especially in Ghana, where they were symbols of wealth and status.
Crafted in Venice using the traditional lampwork (or wound glass) technique, each bead is meticulously made by winding molten glass around a mandrel. The addition of aventurine trails adds a special touch of sparkle and sophistication. Venetian lampwork beads played a significant role in trade between Europe and Africa, particularly in the vibrant bead markets of Ghana. Their historical and cultural importance continues to be recognized today, making them highly sought after by collectors worldwide.
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