Lampwork, Antique Venetian, Brown Trade Beads with White & Blue Stripes, Set of 5
SKU: AFE-1329
Sale price
$18.00
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Only 1 in stock
Description
- These beads are priced and sold by the set of 5
- Antique Venetian lampwork trade beads, brown with thin blue and white stripes, one large 11x15 with a significant chip on one side, two smaller in perfect condition 10x12 and a pair of coordinating barrel shapes 14x12mm.
- Made in Venice, Italy 1700s to early 1900s
- Only one set available
- Mosaic trade beads are instantly mesmerizing It can take a little longer to appreciate the beads African traders call "Good Beads", meaning valuable. They are more subtle, older and bear some scars, but their subtle beauty endures.
- I'm rediscovering my appreciation for them as I prepare this launch, and have started designing with them again. I love how easily the various sizes, shapes and colors combine so harmoniously.
- Watch the Nomadic Jewelry Collection to see some examples coming soon.