Millefiori Glass Beads Strand

Product Description: This is a strand of Millefiori beads, originating from Venice. The beads are characterized by their vibrant and varied colors, created using the intricate mosaic technique. With a length of 72cm, each primary bead measures approximately 12mm by 17mm. Please note that as an antique item, it may feature signs of wear, including scratches, cracks, or chips.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Length: 72cm
• Main Bead Size: 12mm x 17mm

Special Notes:

Due to its antique nature, the beads may have some imperfections 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, is a famous glasswork technique developed in Venice as a response to the economic challenges posed by the collapse of exclusive trade with the East and the rise of Bohemian glass in the European market. Venetian merchants created these colorful decorative glasses, which were then crafted into tube-shaped beads and traded in Africa, where they are known as Chachaso.