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A Regency Papier-mache Tray Circa 1820 by Henry Clay of London
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A Regency Papier-mache Tray Circa 1820 by Henry Clay of London

19th century
Sold 25 May 2025 · Macintosh Antiques
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A Regency papier-mache tray circa 1820 by Henry Clay of London of rectangular form and with rounded corners with chinoiserie lacquer decoration on later stand .

Size: 28 inches wide 20.5 inches deep 26.5 inches high

Date of Manufacture

Macintosh Antiques has dated this Regency Papier Mache Tray Table to the Regency era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Reference Numbers
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SA1136346
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MA4217
Description
A Regency papier-mache tray circa 1820 by Henry Clay of London of rectangular form and with rounded corners with chinoiserie lacquer decoration on later stand .

Size: 28 inches wide 20.5 inches deep 26.5 inches high

Date of Manufacture

Macintosh Antiques has dated this Regency Papier Mache Tray Table to the Regency era.

Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1136346
Dealers Internal Ref
MA4217
Macintosh Antiques
Macintosh Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2011

Dealers in 17th to 20th country house furniture lighting mirrors and accessories including the arts and crafts movement

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An antique black papier mache tray with raised edges and gold gilt decoration, mounted on a folding wooden stand. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique black papier mache tray with raised edges and gold gilt decoration, mounted on a folding wooden stand. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Regency Papier-mache Tray Circa 1820 by Henry Clay of London

Archive II An antique black papier mache tray with raised edges and gold gilt decoration, mounted on a folding wooden stand. View II
Archive III An antique black papier mache tray with raised edges and gold gilt decoration, mounted on a folding wooden stand. View III
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Macintosh Antiques

Macintosh Antiques
Telephone 01935 815 827 or 07768 606 811
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The Courtyard
Newland
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3JG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/pmacintosh
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Macintosh Antiques
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Location: The Courtyard, Newland, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3JG, United Kingdom
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An antique black papier mache tray with raised edges and gold gilt decoration, mounted on a folding wooden stand.
A Regency papier-mache tray circa 1820 by Henry Clay of London
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An antique black papier mache tray with raised edges and gold gilt decoration, mounted on a folding wooden stand.
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  • ObjectTray Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialPapier Mache, Wood, Gilt
  • ColourBlack and Gold
  • MotifsGilt floral borders, Raised rim, Japanned finish, X-frame stand
  • SizeH 54 cm (21 in) x W 71 cm (28 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

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Developed in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, papier mache furniture and serving wares became highly fashionable during the Regency era, championed by makers such as Henry Clay of London who patented a method of producing durable sheets of paper panels for lacquering.

These items are constructed from layers of paper mixed with glue and resin, pressed into moulds, baked, and finished with multiple coats of black japan or lacquer, frequently hand-painted with gilt ornamentation and botanical motifs.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting the weight and rigidity of the material, the presence of crazing or craquelure in the aged lacquer, hand-painted details rather than transfers, and sometimes maker stamps or patent marks on the reverse.

This piece functions effectively as a compact coffee table or side table, bringing historical texture and reflective metallic highlights to contemporary spaces when contrasted against neutral upholstery or minimalist architectural backdrops.

Preservation requires keeping the item away from direct sunlight and excessive heat, dusting gently with a soft dry cloth, and avoiding all moisture, chemical solvents, or abrasive cleaners to protect the fragile lacquer and gilding.
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