Bidspirit auction | Ken Benson Amethyst Beetle Cameo

Ken Benson Amethyst Beetle Cameo Art Glass Vase - 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.