Millefiori Glass Beads Strand

Product Description: Discover the beauty of Millefiori Elbow Beads, a unique and historical piece originating from Venice. These beads feature intricate designs that reflect the artistry of Venetian glassmaking. Each strand contains 20 beads with a total length of 87cm and primary bead dimensions of 44mm by 14mm. Please note that due to the antique nature of these beads, they may exhibit signs of wear such as scratches, cracks, or chips.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Size:
  • Number of Beads: 20
  • Length: 87cm
  • Main Bead Size: 44mm x 14mm

Special Notes:

As these are antique items, please expect potential imperfections such as scratches, cracks, or chips.

About Millefiori:

Era: Late 1800s to Early 1900s

Origin: Venice

Technique: Mosaic application or mosaic inclusion method

Known as: Chachaso in Africa. The term "Millefiori" means "a thousand flowers" in Italian. In response to the collapse of exclusive trade with the Orient and the dominance of Bohemian glass in the European market, Venice created decorative glass with a wide range of colors, known as Millefiori glass. Traders who were already engaged in bead trade with Africa crafted cylindrical beads from this glass and transported them to Africa as trade beads.