Millefiori Glass Beads Strand

Product Description: Originating from Venice, this antique Millefiori glass bead necklace is a remarkable piece. Measuring 112cm in length, it features beads primarily sized at 32mm x 14mm. Due to its antique nature, please note that there may be some scratches, cracks, or chips present.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Length: 112cm
• Main Bead Size: 32mm x 14mm

Special Notes:

As an antique item, this necklace may exhibit signs of wear such as scratches, cracks, or chips.

About Millefiori:

Era: Late 1800s to early 1900s

Origin: Venice

Technique: Mosaic application or mosaic inlay

Millefiori, meaning "a thousand flowers" in Italian, reflects the vibrant, decorative glasswork created by Venice as a response to the economic impact of losing exclusive trade with the East and the dominance of Bohemian glass in the European market. These colorful glass beads were crafted into cylindrical shapes by traders and transported to Africa as trade beads, where they are known as "chachachosso."