This is a glass beetle made by Vittorio Costantini. Any idea as to its value would be greatly appreciated.
Category
Glass
Medium
Glass
Distinguishing marks
VC on belly
Condition
Mint
Size and dimensions of this item
5cm x 4cm
Weight
.4oz
History
This beetle was made by Vittorio Costantini. I came across it at a hole in the wall antique store. The seller had no idea what it was but with a little research I figured it out. These pieces have only been up for auction one time that I could find. Costantini does not generally sell his works of art. I verified this pieces authenticity through the museum curator at "The Corning Museum of Glass"
Re: Vittorio Costantini- glass Beetle.
These do come up from time to time, most of the ones I've seen seem to sell in the $450-800 range.