Millefiori Glass Beads Strand

Product Description: This strand features exquisite Millefiori beads, renowned for their vibrant patterns and historical significance. Originating from Venice, these beads are a testament to intricate craftsmanship. The strand includes 16 beads, each measuring approximately 14mm x 39mm. Due to their antique nature, some beads may exhibit signs of wear such as scratches, cracks, or chips, adding to their unique character.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Bead Count: 16
• Main Bead Size: 14mm x 39mm

Special Notes:

As these are antique items, they may have imperfections such as scratches, cracks, or chips.

About Millefiori:

Era: Late 1800s to early 1900s
Origin: Venice
Technique: Mosaic application or Mosaic cane beads

Known as "Chacha Sō" in Africa, Millefiori is Italian for "a thousand flowers." Following the collapse of exclusive trade with the East and the rise of Bohemian glass dominance in the European market, Venice sought to regain its standing by producing these richly decorated glass pieces. Millefiori glass became a hallmark of this effort. Traders who were already engaged in bead trade with Africa created cylindrical beads from this glass, which were then transported to Africa as trade beads.