Compote 1860 - 1880

This "Compote" is a glass serving dish with a unique design, created by Bakewell, Pears and Company between 1860 and 1880. The clear glass bowl features a scalloped edge and sits atop a pedestal shaped as a stylized fish, adding an element of whimsy to this functional piece. Currently, it is part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. This type of glassware was popular during the Victorian era and was commonly used for displaying fruit or other small delicacies.