Vintage Murano Venetian Glass Wedding Cake Beads Lampwork Italy Necklace 21 Inch

Description

View Vintage Murano Venetian Glass Wedding Cake Beads Lampwork Italy Necklace 21 Inch with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Murano glass, originating from the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, has a history stretching back over a thousand years. Barrel clasp. Stunning vintage Murano Venetian glass wedding cake beads necklace from Italy, 21 Inches. Barrel clasp. Murano glass, originating from the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, has a history stretching back over a thousand years. It is renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, vibrant colors, and intricate designs, often incorporating techniques like millefiori and lampwork. Venetian glassmakers developed unique methods for creating decorative beads, which became highly sought after commodities throughout Europe and beyond. "Wedding Cake" beads, a specific type of Murano glass bead, are characterized by their elaborate floral motifs, often featuring roses and other delicate flowers, sometimes with gold aventurine or scrollwork. These beads were particularly popular in the mid-20th century and are prized by collectors for their artistry and the skill involved in their creation. The term "wedding cake" is thought to derive from the ornate, layered appearance of some of these designs. Condition: Pre-owned - Excellent. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Vintage & Antique Jewelry › Necklaces & Pendants. Brand: Murano.

Closure

Barrel

Occasion

Celebration!

Signed

No

Material

Glass

Main Stone Color

Multicolor

Materials sourced from

Italy

Secondary Stone

Glass

Jewelry Department

Fashion

Necklace Length

21 in

Main Stone

Glass

Vintage

Yes

Brand

Murano

Department

Women

Type

Necklace

Customized

No

Era

Retro (1935-1950)

Main Stone Shape

Round

Original/Reproduction

Original

Theme

Art

Style

Beaded

Features

Lampwork

Handmade

Yes

Country of Origin

Italy

Chain Type

Ball/Bead