Description:

Beads made in Europe, traded to western Africa, ca. 18th century CE. A collection of thirty-three old glass beads, all made of glass, with four modern bone beads and gold-plated spacers and findings. Most of the beads are Venetian millefiori style, with beautiful colors and wonderful patina (21 total). Highlights on this strand include two pretty dark blue decahedrons. Length of strand: 20.4" L (51.8 cm); size of largest bead: 0.6" W x 0.4" H (1.5 cm x 1 cm)

Provenance: private Davis collection, Houston, Texas, USA

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#132780

  • Condition: Beads have lovely patina that has developed over the ages and minute losses to surfaces. Majority of beads are ancient (29 of the 33). Strung in modern times with gold-plated spacers and findings.

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