The quaint dining chamber exudes warmth and comfort, much like the embrace of an old friend. Gilded candles cast dancing shadows along the ornate walls, while sumptuous tapestries depicting mythic scenes sway gently overhead. The savory scent of roasted turkey mingles deliciously with notes of cinnamon and clove, promising culinary delight. Yet amidst such festive trappings lies a haunting tableau—a pyramid of verdant rice cakes stacked high atop gleaming chinaware. Each plump disc bears a visage both eerily innocent yet undeniably morose; bulbous button eyes stare out blankly above pinched little mouths downturned in permanent frowns. They perch precariously on the edge of the plate, ready to tumble downwards at any moment—much like so many hopes dashed during the holiday season. BREAK, score_9, score_8_up, score_7_up, ratting_safe, Impressionism, impressionist painting, loose brushwork, light and shadow play, captures feeling over form, figure-studies, oil-painting, romanticism, painting, elegance, opulence, beautiful, painterly, detailed, textural, artistic, aesthetic, intricate details, highly detailed, vivid, vibrant, chrlib, scenery, indoors, living room, night, oven, christmas tree, christmas ornaments, red carpet, no humans, full_details,, impressionist art, impressionistic oil painting, acrylic oil painting, loose brushwork, expressive brushwork, figurative art, xmas_style_2K24