Ken Benson Amethyst Beetle Cameo Art Glass Vase
Updated September 4, 2026
| Lot number | 227 |
| Estimate | 180.00 - 220.00 USD |
| Category | Pottery, China & Glass |
| Auction | Chicagoland Antiques, Jewelry & Collectibles Auction 09/15 |
| Date | September 16, 2026 at 12:36 AM CDT |
| Auction house | Esquis Auctions |
| Location | Wheeling, Illinois |
Striking art glass vase by Ken Benson, expertly crafted in a deep amethyst hue with a satin frosted exterior. The upper portion features an intricately acid-carved band of repeating scarab beetles in cameo relief, providing rich visual texture and symbolic depth. Signed on the base within a beetle silhouette: Ken Benson LS. Measures approximately 5.5" tall. Good Condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. Ken Benson is a contemporary glass artist known for his highly detailed acid-etched designs and sculptural forms. His work often incorporates nature-inspired motifs-particularly insects-and is celebrated for its technical precision, distinctive matte finishes, and symbolic elegance. His pieces are held in both private collections and curated studio glass exhibitions.
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