Rare Antique Red "Feather" Fancy Venetian Wound Glass Trade Bead

Presenting a rare and beautiful red "Feather" Fancy Venetian wound glass trade bead, featuring an intricate trail decoration. This stunning bead is a highly sought-after collectible, referenced in the famous Picard Bead Catalogue, Volume IV, p. 20, bead 935. Crafted in Venice in the early 1900s, this bead is a prime example of the exquisite artistry of Venetian lampwork beads.

• Size: 22 x 10 mm

• Condition: Excellent with one minor air bubble (see photos)

These Venetian wound glass beads were highly valued in the African trade, particularly in regions such as Ghana, where they played a significant role in local cultures and economies. Each bead was painstakingly handcrafted using the lampworking technique, where glass was wound around a mandrel and decorated with glass trails, resulting in unique and vibrant designs. The craftsmanship of these beads made them not only objects of trade but also symbols of status and wealth.

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