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Antique Tipple Serving Tray, English, Oak, Boxwood, Afternoon Tea, Edwardian
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Antique Tipple Serving Tray, English, Oak, Boxwood, Afternoon Tea, Edwardian

1900 - 1920
Sold 18 August 2025 · London Fine Antiques
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This is an antique tipple serving tray. An English, oak and boxwood inlaid afternoon tea platter, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Appealingly presented tray with a distinctive appearance

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Quality oak stocks present fine grain interest and an abundance of medullary rays

Superb warm caramel hues accentuate the figuring beautifully

Dressed with unusual twin post carry handles, crafted from brass

Striking boxwood medallion inlaid to the centre in fan form

This is an attractive antique tipple serving tray, equally adept at providing a tea service for more informal gatherings. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 56cm (22'')

Max Depth: 36.5cm (14.25'')

Max Height: 5.5cm (2.25'')

Internal Width: 47.5cm (18.75'')

Internal Depth: 31cm (12.25'')

Internal Height: 2cm (.75'')

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Our Ref: 24473

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Serving Tray to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
36.5cm (14.37")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1081869
Dealers Internal Reference
24473
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Description
This is an antique tipple serving tray.
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An English, oak and boxwood inlaid afternoon tea platter, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
London Fine Antiques

Appealingly presented tray with a distinctive appearance

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

fig 1. An antique rectangular oak serving tray featuring contrasting boxwood inlay in the centre and curved brass handles.
fig 1. Antique Tipple Serving Tray, English, Oak, Boxwood, Afternoon Tea, Edwardian

Quality oak stocks present fine grain interest and an abundance of medullary rays

Superb warm caramel hues accentuate the figuring beautifully

Dressed with unusual twin post carry handles, crafted from brass

fig 2. An antique rectangular oak serving tray featuring contrasting boxwood inlay in the centre and curved brass handles.
fig 2. Antique Tipple Serving Tray, English, Oak, Boxwood, Afternoon Tea, Edwardian

Striking boxwood medallion inlaid to the centre in fan form

This is an attractive antique tipple serving tray, equally adept at providing a tea service for more informal gatherings. Delivered ready to enjoy.

fig 3. An antique rectangular oak serving tray featuring contrasting boxwood inlay in the centre and curved brass handles.
fig 3. Antique Tipple Serving Tray, English, Oak, Boxwood, Afternoon Tea, Edwardian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 56cm (22'')

Max Depth: 36.5cm (14.25'')

Max Height: 5.5cm (2.25'')

Internal Width: 47.5cm (18.75'')

Internal Depth: 31cm (12.25'')

Internal Height: 2cm (.75'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

fig 4. An antique rectangular oak serving tray featuring contrasting boxwood inlay in the centre and curved brass handles.
fig 4. Antique Tipple Serving Tray, English, Oak, Boxwood, Afternoon Tea, Edwardian

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24473

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Serving Tray to the Edwardian era.

Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
36.5cm (14.37")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1081869
Dealers Internal Ref
24473
London Fine Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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An antique rectangular oak serving tray featuring contrasting boxwood inlay in the centre and curved brass handles.
Antique Tipple Serving Tray, English, Oak, Boxwood, Afternoon Tea, Edwardian
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectServing Trays
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialOak, Boxwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsRaised gallery edge, Central marquetry inlay, Cast brass handles
  • SizeH 5.5 cm (2 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 36.5 cm (14 in)

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Edwardian serving trays reflect the elaborate entertaining habits of the early 20th century, where hosting afternoon tea and serving evening drinks were central social rituals requiring functional yet decorative serving pieces.

These trays were typically constructed using native British timbers such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, frequently accented with contrasting inlay woods like boxwood and fitted with cast brass handles.

Authenticity is indicated by traditional construction methods, such as dovetail joints, hand-cut inlay, patination consistent with age, and period-appropriate metal hardware rather than modern fixings.

This piece can be styled functionally on a coffee table or sideboard to hold glassware, decanters, or curated decorative objects, adding natural texture and historic character to a contemporary scheme.

Preserve the wood by dusting with a soft, dry cloth and occasionally applying a quality beeswax to nourish the grain, avoiding excessive moisture, direct sunlight, and heat sources.
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