Antique Fancy Venetian Wound Glass Trade Beads with Trail Decor - 3 Matching Beads

Presenting a set of three beautiful matching antique "Fancy" Venetian wound glass trade beads with intricate trail decorations. These exquisite beads, made in Venice during the late 1800s to early 1900s, are a wonderful example of the artistry that adorned the African trade.

• Size: 15 x 9 mm
• Condition: Very good (minor decoration loss, as seen in photos)

These Venetian lampwork beads, also known as wound glass beads, were expertly handcrafted in Venice using traditional techniques. Artisans carefully wound molten glass onto a metal rod, adding intricate trail designs to create stunning patterns. These beads were highly valued in trade, especially across West Africa, including regions like Ghana, where they played an important role in cultural and economic exchanges. In particular, such beads were sought after by African traders for their beauty and craftsmanship, symbolizing wealth and status.

Explore more of TribalGH's unique collections:

• Venetian Lampwork Beads Collection
• Old Trade Beads Collection
• Archived Venetian Lampwork Beads