VTG Hand-Blown Lampwork Glass Bead Necklace 16" Floral Motifs Mixed Media

A painterly strand of artisan charm, this vintage necklace features hand-blown lampwork glass beads with embedded floral motifs, metallic cutout cylinders, and a rhythmic mix of textures. This vintage necklace is a celebration of artisan glasswork, featuring hand-blown lampwork beads with embedded floral motifs—each one a miniature world of color and craftsmanship. The focal beads are rich black glass, adorned internally with delicate pink blossoms and green stems, created through a lampworking technique that dates back centuries. Lampworking, also known as flame-working, is a traditional glass-forming method where rods of glass are melted in a flame and shaped by hand. Originating in Murano, Italy during the 14th century, this technique allowed artists to embed intricate designs within the glass itself—florals, swirls, and metallic flecks—without surface painting. The result is a bead that glows from within, shifting with light and movement. This necklace pairs those lampworked florals with a rhythmic mix of faceted black beads, metallic spheres, pink rounds, and etched cutout cylinders. The aged brass screw clasp adds vintage character, and the 16" length sits gracefully at the collarbone—ideal for layering or solo wear. Though unmarked, the materials and craftsmanship suggest boutique studio origins from the 1980s–1990s, consistent with Murano-style artistry. It’s a quiet statement piece—perfect for collectors of artisan jewelry, floral motifs, or retro mixed-media de