In this intimate still life, pale hands with delicate lace cuffs reach for ripe cherries arranged on a golden-rimmed plate. The cherries are a deep burgundy red, their stems still attached and intertwined. Surrounding the fruit are scattered flowers - a pink rose, a white carnation, and smaller blooms in muted pinks and oranges. The composition is set against a dark background, creating dramatic contrast with the pale hands and bright fruit. The lighting emphasizes the glossy surface of the cherries and the subtle sheen of the plate's rim. The arrangement suggests a moment caught in time, with the hands actively selecting from the fresh fruit, while the flowers add a decorative and seasonal context to the scene.