Millefiori Glass Beads Strand

Product Description: This is a strand of Millefiori beads, originating from Venice. It includes 29 beads, each with a primary size of 13mm x 30mm. Please note that due to the antique nature of the beads, they may have scratches, cracks, or chips.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Bead Count: 29 beads
• Main Bead Size: 13mm x 30mm
• Condition: Antique, may exhibit signs of wear such as scratches, cracks, or chips

About Millefiori Beads:

Era: Late 1800s to early 1900s

Origin: Venice

Technique: Mosaic application method or mosaic inclusions

In Africa, these beads are known as "Chachazoo." 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 faced significant economic challenges. In response, Venetian artisans created a variety of decorative glass, with Millefiori glass being a prime example. Merchants already engaged in bead trade with Africa fashioned these vibrant glass pieces into cylindrical beads, which were then traded in Africa as trade beads.