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Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Inlaid Mahogany Kidney-shaped Serving Tray
Prior and Willis
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Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Inlaid Mahogany Kidney-shaped Serving Tray

19th century
For Sale by Prior and Willis
Description

Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Inlaid Mahogany Kidney-Shaped Serving Tray

This fine quality 19th-century mahogany serving tray displays attractive age, colour, and patina, full of charm and character. A rare decorative find, it would make a wonderful statement piece in the right setting. Featuring exceptional floral marquetry inlays and the highly sought-after kidney-bean shape, this is a beautifully crafted period decorative accessory.

Features & Craftsmanship

19th century

Quality mahogany construction

Exceptional floral marquetry inlays

Kidney-shaped serving tray design

Structurally sound with no loose joints

Condition

Good antique condition overall, showing expected signs of age including historic marks, knocks, cracks, repairs, and alterations consistent with period furniture and use. No woodworm holes present.

Dimensions

Width: 69 cm

Depth: 44 cm

Height: 7 cm

Additional Information

Stock No.: 8919

Includes a 30-day money-back guarantee

Competitive UK and international door-to-door shipping available

A charming and elegant antique serving tray combining fine craftsmanship with timeless decorative appeal.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Declaration

Prior and Willis has dated this Inlaid Mahogany Serving Tray to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1199158
Dealers Internal Reference
8919
Dealers Notes

****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description
Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Inlaid Mahogany Kidney-Shaped Serving Tray
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This fine quality 19th-century mahogany serving tray displays attractive age, colour, and patina, full of charm and character.
Prior and Willis

A rare decorative find, it would make a wonderful statement piece in the right setting. Featuring exceptional floral marquetry inlays and the highly sought-after kidney-bean shape, this is a beautifully crafted period decorative accessory.

fig 1. A kidney-shaped mahogany serving tray featuring floral marquetry inlay, a raised gallery, and twin brass handles.
fig 1. Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Inlaid Mahogany Kidney-shaped Serving Tray

Features & Craftsmanship

19th century

Quality mahogany construction

Exceptional floral marquetry inlays

Kidney-shaped serving tray design

Structurally sound with no loose joints

Condition

Good antique condition overall, showing expected signs of age including historic marks, knocks, cracks, repairs, and alterations consistent with period furniture and use. No woodworm holes present.

fig 2. A kidney-shaped mahogany serving tray featuring floral marquetry inlay, a raised gallery, and twin brass handles.
fig 2. Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Inlaid Mahogany Kidney-shaped Serving Tray

Dimensions

Width: 69 cm

Depth: 44 cm

Height: 7 cm

Additional Information

Stock No.: 8919

Includes a 30-day money-back guarantee

Competitive UK and international door-to-door shipping available

A charming and elegant antique serving tray combining fine craftsmanship with timeless decorative appeal.

Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this Inlaid Mahogany Serving Tray to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1199158
Dealers Internal Ref
8919
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Prior and Willis Profile Page

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Telephone 07866 705199
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Norfolk
United Kingdom
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A kidney-shaped mahogany serving tray featuring floral marquetry inlay, a raised gallery, and twin brass handles.
Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Inlaid Mahogany Kidney-Shaped Serving Tray
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A kidney-shaped mahogany serving tray featuring floral marquetry inlay, a raised gallery, and twin brass handles.
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Kidney-shaped serving trays became popular during the late 18th and 19th centuries, drawing influence from Sheraton and Hepplewhite designs. The ergonomic curved shape allowed the tray to sit comfortably against the servers body while carrying tea services or drinks in formal households.

These trays were primarily crafted from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers, featuring decorative marquetry inlays made from contrasting timbers like satinwood, boxwood, and rosewood. Handles were commonly cast from brass, bronze, or silver-plated metal.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut timber veneers with subtle surface variations, historic patination, and age-appropriate wear around the handles and gallery rim. The underside often reveals hand-planed wood and period joinery techniques rather than modern machine cuts.

Place the tray on a sideboard, coffee table, or footstool to create a structured vignette. It serves as a dedicated anchor for crystal decanters, glassware, or a curated stack of books.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply high-quality beeswax sparingly to protect the timber finish. Wipe up liquid spills immediately to prevent moisture from lifting the delicate marquetry veneers.
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