Thrift Store Vase Fetches Over $100,000 at Auction
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A glass vase purchased for $3.99 from a Goodwill store in Virginia turned out to be a rare piece of Murano glass designed by architect Carlo Scarpa in 1942. The vase, part of Scarpa's "Pennellate" series, was sold at an art and design auction for over $107,000, more than doubling its top estimate. The buyer remains anonymous, but the seller, Jessica Vincent, expressed her excitement and gratitude for the unexpected windfall, stating that she needed the money more than the vase. Vincent, an avid thrifter, plans to continue her treasure hunting adventures.
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