June Beetle 5 inchesBlack stringer and powder

5 inchesBlack stringer and powder and fine frit fused onto silver black iridescent glass and then formed over steel in the second firing to create the shape for this creation of this flightless dung beetle

5 inchesBlack frit fused on gold dichroic for the elytra and thorax

5 inchesBlack glass fused onto purple dichroic glass and then formed in a second firing to make the beetle carapace components as well as the bright blue eyes

Height: 12

June Beetle 5 inchesBlack stringer and powderThis piece, modelled after a June beetle( which is a scarab) is made with first making the head, thorax and elytra with multiple kiln firings in the fusing stage. Shaped over steel for kiln forming. Sheet copper underside. Tapered copper legs. Fits in a 20 by 20 box . This piece would be an order made for you