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A premier piece of Bottle Collecting Ephemera.
This is a RARE, limited edition print (No. 52 of 100) created specifically for the First A.P.B.C.A. Meeting at Expo 92.
Subject Matter:
Features the "Holy Grail" of the hobby—the Figural Skull Poison.
Artist Signed:
Hand-signed/numbered by R.D. Villamagna.
Niche Appeal:
Perfect for collectors of antique medical history, Macabre/Oddities, or early American glass.
Investment Grade:
As a "Meeting One" commemorative, this is a museum-quality piece of organization history that rarely surfaces for public sale.
Rare Signed Limited Edition Print by West Virginia Artist Robert Villamagna
Up for sale is this exceptional and very rare limited edition blue line art print by renowned West Virginia mixed-media artist Robert Villamagna (known as the "WV Tin Man").
Edition #52 of 100 — hand-signed in ink by the artist (R.O. Villamagna). Created for the First A.P.B.C.A. Meeting EXPO 92 (Antique Poison Bottle Collectors Association).
This macabre and highly detailed piece features a grinning skull-shaped poison bottle labeled "POISON" with dramatic shaded goggles/eyes, alongside a "TRILOIDS" bottle, dripping liquid, and industrial/collectible motifs. Perfect for poison bottle collectors, skull art enthusiasts, or fans of dark-themed Americana and Appalachian
Art.
Key Details:
Artist: Robert Villamagna (retired art professor, mixed-media master working with repurposed metals and found objects; work in public collections and exhibitions)
Year: 1992
Medium: Blue ink line drawing print on quality paper
Edition: 52/100, pencil-signed
Size: Approximately 11-12 inches tall (see ruler photo)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with no tears, creases, or significant damage. Fresh from storage. Minor handling marks consistent with age.
Provenance: Direct from a private collection; special event piece for the Antique Poison Bottle Collectors Association's inaugural expo.
Why this is special: Very few (if any) examples of this 1992 edition have appeared publicly in recent years. It’s a true collector’s item that bridges niche poison bottle history and original artist work. Robert Villamagna’s pieces are highly sought after regionally and continue to gain recognition.
Serious collectors and APBCA members: This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to own a piece of poison bottle collector history tied to a respected artist. Message with any questions — happy to provide more photos or details.
Search terms for collectors: poison bottle art, skull poison bottle, APBCA, antique poison bottle collectors, Villamagna print, WV artist, limited edition signed print, macabre art, 1992 expo memorabilia.
Don’t miss this rare find — it will not last long!
