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Large Crystal & Ormolu Centerpiece Bowl circa 1800's
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Large French Crystal Bowl With Ormolu Stand Centerpiece This beautiful cut glass sits on an Ormolu Stand. It is a stunning Centerpiece or can be displayed as an elegant piece of Decorative Art. There are no chips or cracks. The Ormolu appears to be original Measurements: Diameter 10" across 9" High ROBERT L. REESE Who was Robert L. Reese? Robert was a prominent Artist in the Miami , Florida and Atlanta , Georgia areas. He was a Collector of Museum Quality French Antiques for over 22 years. He was the owner of Robert L. Reese Antiques and Fine Art as well as which both still exist today. Robert began showing extraordinary talent at the age of three. He was able to draw figures that appeared to be done by someone much older. His parents fascinated by his remarkable skill along with his passion to create on paper constantly, enrolled him into art school at the age of 4. He continued to have art lessons 4 times a week through age 17. Along with his amazing artistic abilities, Robert's parents discovered that he had an extremely high IQ along with a photographic memory. He attended the Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale where he not only graduated with honors, but took best Portfolio of his graduating class. He worked in an Art Studio where he had the opportunity to paint for many celebrities. Upon a visit for measurements to a celebrity home, he saw a miniature French clock from the late 1700's. Amazed by its beauty, thus began Robert's lifelong passion to collect rare museum quality pieces. Many pieces from Robert’s private collection can be viewed at In 2005, at the young age of 39, Robert was diagnosed with a rare brain disease. His life ended three short months later. Over the years, many in the field of Antiques had the privilege of experiencing Robert’s great knowledge and passion for collecting things of old. Few had the opportunity to experience his great love, kindness and uncanny sense of humor. Robert left behind two amazing parents that allowed this prodigy child to shine. He left behind a younger brother and younger sister. Their lives would have been much different without him in it.
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