Antique French Crystal Dessert or Fruit Service, Tray, Bowl & Dishes with Ladle mourning The girl who finished this

The girl who finished this appealing scene was likely young - not more than about 8

Exquisitely crafted 19th century oil painting on stretched linen canvas

not quite holly berries and holly leaves

lush fringes and just so beautiful as they are

1830s hand worked sampler in wool and silk yarns

Antique French Crystal Dessert or Fruit Service, Tray, Bowl & Dishes with Ladle mourning The girl who finished thisAh, can't you see your table now setting up for a romantic dinner for the two of you, and your fruit or dessert service comes out as this elegant 19th century beauty. Opulently hand decorated in raised gold enamel as well as rimmed in gold on that stunning old punch serving ladle, it rises to any occasion. The crystal transitions beautifully from amethyst color to clear and is in a fluted form (varying thickness in the creation) so it adds an extra