Presenting a rare and beautiful matching pair of antique Venetian lampwork glass trade beads. These **black "floral" wound glass beads** are exquisitely adorned with raised floral decorations, showcasing the skilled craftsmanship of early 1900s Venetian artisans.
Size of beads: 12 x 12 mm
Condition: Excellent (minor decoration loss, see photos)
These beads, crafted in Venice, were specifically produced for the African trade in the early 20th century. Their unique floral design and raised embellishments highlight the time-honored lampwork technique. This method, also known as wound glass beadmaking, involves melting and shaping the glass over an open flame, creating intricate and durable designs.
Venetian trade beads like these were highly valued in regions such as Ghana and across Africa. They were used as a form of currency, as well as in ceremonial and cultural exchanges, symbolizing wealth and status.
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