This exquisite pair of rare "Peacock" Banded Millefiori Venetian mosaic glass trade beads is a stunning representation of antique craftsmanship from Venice. These beads, used in the African trade in the early 1900s, feature intricate peacock-like patterns that symbolize elegance and rarity.
Size of Beads: 18 x 10 mm and 17 x 10 mm
Condition: Very good, considering their age and historical use
These antique glass trade beads were created using the meticulous millefiori technique, which involves layering and fusing colored glass canes to create vibrant mosaic patterns. Venetian artisans mastered this skill, producing beads that were highly valued in African markets, especially in Ghana and across West Africa, where they were used as currency, symbols of wealth, and for cultural adornment.
Own a piece of history with these rare millefiori beads, ideal for collectors of antique African trade beads and Venetian mosaic glass.
