Here we have an unusual collection of chunky Indian beads – abstract in design and come in a range of rounds, oblong, tubes, and ovals shapes.
We call them ‘Venetian Faces’ because each bead comes with a series of crazy-looking faces – a feature familiar on many Venetian beads.
This multicoloured collection of 37 beads will offer a challenge for the astute beader – incorporating these beauties with others to create colourful necklaces or bracelets.
Each bead comes with a 3-4mm hole, which means leather or synthetic cord would work well as a threading material.
The collection weighs 400 grams with each bead costing $0.40.
Over the years, Indian bead makers have perfected their bead-making skills. Today, India is one of the largest bead producers in the world - with the majority of beads being produced in Varanasi – located in the northeast of the sub-continent.
Ranging from hand-carved wooden beads to tiny glass seeds, the traditional beads found in India cover a wide range of styles, materials, and treatment processes.
The beads made in Varanasi are exported in huge quantities throughout the world.
The accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order; please note that some images have been enlarged to show detail.