Large antique Venetian chevron trade bead with seven layers.

Classic blue, red, and white star pattern with attractive marbled red glass. The bead has a slightly elongated barrel form and a well-defined star pattern at the ends.

Approximate size: 30 × 40 mm

Condition: Light surface wear consistent with age. Minor small pits and surface marks. Structurally sound.

Provenance: From a group of African objects acquired via estate sale auction from the personal collection of African art scholar Roy Sieber. Documentation supporting this past ownership is available to the buyer upon request (personal information and pricing redacted).

Condition: Pre-Owned Good
Color: Red/white/blue