Bidspirit auction | 19TH C FRENCH CUT CRYSTAL

19TH C FRENCH CUT CRYSTAL FRUIT BOWL SIGNED WÜRTIG - A late 19th-century cut crystal footed fruit bowl or compote, executed in clear lead glass with a rich ruby overlay. The flared bowl features geometric diamond and star faceting along the upper rim, wheel-engraved cut-to-clear rose sprigs, and two reserved oval cartouches hand-painted in multi-colored enamels depicting 18th-century style courting couples with sheep in lush landscapes. Both painted reserves are signed ”R. Würtig” in fine enamel script along the lower margin. The bowl is raised on a solid ruby glass knopped stem terminating in a circular pedestal foot cut with lens motifs along the border. tazza, centerpiece, tableware, vessel, glasswork, barware, antique, serveware. Dimensions Height: 6 1/4 in. Diameter: 11 1/4 in. Condition Very good antique condition overall. The cut crystal glass body and ruby overlay remain free of visible cracks, major chips, or structural repairs. The hand-painted enamel cartouches display excellent color retention with minimal surface wear. Light age-appropriate shelf wear and faint surface micro-scratches are visible on the underside of the pedestal foot.