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A Highly Unusual Miniature Inlaid Oval Tray
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
for sale €1,404     $1,524
£1,200
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

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A Highly Unusual Miniature Inlaid Oval Tray

18th century
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A highly unusual Sheraton period miniature satinwood inlaid oval tray. This beautifully made object is possibly unique and features a wave shaped gallery, King-wood banded edge and hare-wood inlay of ribbons with bone highlights and a central shell. In very good and original condition. 30mm high, 360mm wide and 270mm deep. English. Circa 1785

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Declaration

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. has dated this Inlaid Marquetry Wooden Tray to the 18th Century.

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SA1102109
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A highly unusual Sheraton period miniature satinwood inlaid oval tray.
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This beautifully made object is possibly unique and features a wave shaped gallery, King-wood banded edge and hare-wood inlay of ribbons with bone highlights and a central shell.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

In very good and original condition. 30mm high, 360mm wide and 270mm deep. English. Circa 1785

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Date of Manufacture

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. has dated this Inlaid Marquetry Wooden Tray to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1102109
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

English and continental furniture, mirrors and decorative objects from the 18th & 19th centuries.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. Profile Page

Trade Associations

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A miniature oval wooden tray featuring a central shell marquetry medallion surrounded by ribbon garland inlays and a wavy scalloped rim.
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Archive I A miniature oval wooden tray featuring a central shell marquetry medallion surrounded by ribbon garland inlays and a wavy scalloped rim.

A Highly Unusual Miniature Inlaid Oval Tray

Archive II A miniature oval wooden tray featuring a central shell marquetry medallion surrounded by ribbon garland inlays and a wavy scalloped rim. View II
Archive III A miniature oval wooden tray featuring a central shell marquetry medallion surrounded by ribbon garland inlays and a wavy scalloped rim. View III
Archive IV A miniature oval wooden tray featuring a central shell marquetry medallion surrounded by ribbon garland inlays and a wavy scalloped rim. View IV
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W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07712 651231
Location
Unit 1
Warren Farm Stables
Sundridge
Nr Sevenoaks
Kent
TN14 6EE
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
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A miniature oval wooden tray featuring a central shell marquetry medallion surrounded by ribbon garland inlays and a wavy scalloped rim.
A Highly Unusual Miniature Inlaid Oval Tray
Ref: SA1102109
A miniature oval wooden tray featuring a central shell marquetry medallion surrounded by ribbon garland inlays and a wavy scalloped rim.
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A marquetry inlay tray is a decorative wooden tabletop accessory decorated by inserting small pieces of contrasting wood veneers, bone, or mother-of-pearl into a solid surface to create intricate motifs such as shells, ribbons, or floral sprays.

Craftsmen typically used dense hardwoods such as mahogany, satinwood, and walnut for the primary structure, while employing fine woods like boxwood, ebony, harewood, and rosewood for the decorative inlay details.

Authentic period trays often exhibit hand-cut joints, natural age-related shrinkage along the wood grain, hand-turned or carved galleries, and light oxidisation on the underside where the finish has aged naturally.

Inlaid trays function effectively as focal accents on sideboards, coffee tables, or desks, serving as bases to group small glass decanters, books, or decorative object collections.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply high-grade beeswax sparingly to protect the wood grain; avoid liquid cleaners, excessive moisture, and direct heat sources to prevent veneer lifting.
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