Millefiori Glass Beads Strand

Product Description: This is a strand of Millefiori beads from Venice. Known for their intricate patterns and vibrant colors, Millefiori beads are a hallmark of Venetian glass artistry, crafted with a mosaic inlay technique. Each bead measures approximately 13mm by 14mm, and the entire strand is 77cm long. Please note that, as an antique item, it may have some imperfections such as scratches, cracks, or chips.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Length: 77cm
• Main Bead Size: 13mm x 14mm

Special Notes:

Please be aware that this is an antique item and may exhibit signs of wear, including scratches, cracks, or chips.

About Millefiori:

Era: Late 1800s to early 1900s

Origin: Venice

Technique: Mosaic inlay or mosaic folding

In Africa, these beads are known as "Chachaso." The term "Millefiori" is Italian for "a thousand flowers." Following the collapse of exclusive trade with the East and the dominance of Bohemian glass in European markets, Venice responded by producing highly decorative glass, epitomized by Millefiori glass. Traders who were already engaged in bead trade with Africa crafted cylindrical glass beads from these Millefiori pieces, which were then transported to Africa as trade beads.