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An Inlaid Victorian Tray of Prodigious Proportions
Andrew Morgan Antiques & Fine Art
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An Inlaid Victorian Tray of Prodigious Proportions

19th century
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This generously proportioned Mahogany tray has been in our family for decades. Traditional central shell motif inlay, surrounded by a classical floral design.

Two brass handles, scalloped rim. The beauty of this tray lies in how much it can carry. We frequently carried six soup or pudding plates at one time – a huge advantage at dinner parties. Strong arms required!

Dimensions: 66 cm long × 46 cm wide

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Andrew Morgan Antiques & Fine Art has dated this Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Tray to the Victorian era.

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Description
This generously proportioned Mahogany tray has been in our family for decades. Traditional central shell motif inlay, surrounded by a classical floral design.

Two brass handles, scalloped rim. The beauty of this tray lies in how much it can carry. We frequently carried six soup or pudding plates at one time – a huge advantage at dinner parties. Strong arms required!

Dimensions: 66 cm long × 46 cm wide

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Andrew Morgan Antiques & Fine Art has dated this Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Tray to the Victorian era.

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Andrew Morgan Antiques & Fine Art

Andrew Morgan Antiques & Fine Art
Telephone 01179 741056 or 07435 962615
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BS8 3ED
United Kingdom

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An oval mahogany serving tray featuring a scalloped rim, twin brass handles, floral marquetry, and a central inlaid shell motif.
An Inlaid Victorian Tray of Prodigious Proportions
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An oval mahogany serving tray featuring a scalloped rim, twin brass handles, floral marquetry, and a central inlaid shell motif.
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Victorian serving trays were created during the nineteenth century as decorative yet functional household items. Marquetry techniques, using thin veneers of contrasting woods to create floral or geometric motifs, became highly popular in late Victorian dining and tea presentation.

These trays were typically constructed using a dense hardwood base such as mahogany or rosewood, adorned with lighter wood inlays like satinwood, boxwood, or fruitwood. Cast brass or silver-plated handles were attached to the gallery border for ease of transport.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut wood veneers with subtle variations in grain alignment, natural oxidisation on the underside, and cast metal handles secured with aged screws. The presence of fine-line marquetry and natural age-related patina further indicates era-appropriate craftsmanship.

Place the tray flat on a sideboard, coffee table, or ottoman to anchor smaller decorative objects such as glassware, decanters, or ceramic vessels. Alternatively, position it upright on a plate stand inside a glazed cabinet or display shelf to highlight the central marquetry.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the wood finish. Avoid placing wet items directly onto the timber and wipe away any spills immediately to protect the delicate veneer.
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