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Large Antique Presentation Tray, English, Silver Plate, Afternoon Tea, Victorian
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Large Antique Presentation Tray, English, Silver Plate, Afternoon Tea, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is a large antique presentation tray. An English, silver plated afternoon tea platter, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.

Exceptional proportion and delightfully detailed throughout

Displays a desirable aged patina with a gently time-worn appearance

Quality silver plate presents, bright reflective tonality throughout

Careful polishing through the decades revealing minimal tarnish

Pleasingly broad surface area, set within a relief accentuated tray edge

Charming scroll and petal motif throughout, with flowerhead patera

Fine etched centrepiece, with excellent detail and definition

Superb handles with further foliate detailing sit upon each end

Stands upon a quartet of scrolled toes, accentuated with scallop shell emblem

Good weight in the hand of 7.3kg (16.09) lb, offering reassuringly robust service

This is a fine antique presentation tray, with a striking decorative appearance. A treat for an afternoon tea gathering, or evening cocktail soiree. Delivered ready to host.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 76.5cm (30'')

Max Depth: 52cm (20.5'')

Max Height: 9cm (3.5'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
76.5cm (30.12")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Silver Plated Presentation Tray to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220619
Dealers Internal Reference
26079
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Description
This is a large antique presentation tray. An English, silver plated afternoon tea platter, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.

Exceptional proportion and delightfully detailed throughout

Displays a desirable aged patina with a gently time-worn appearance

fig 1. A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork.
fig 1. Large Antique Presentation Tray, English, Silver Plate, Afternoon Tea, Victorian

Quality silver plate presents, bright reflective tonality throughout

Careful polishing through the decades revealing minimal tarnish

Pleasingly broad surface area, set within a relief accentuated tray edge

fig 2. A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork.
fig 2. Large Antique Presentation Tray, English, Silver Plate, Afternoon Tea, Victorian

Charming scroll and petal motif throughout, with flowerhead patera

Fine etched centrepiece, with excellent detail and definition

Superb handles with further foliate detailing sit upon each end

Stands upon a quartet of scrolled toes, accentuated with scallop shell emblem

fig 3. A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork.
fig 3. Large Antique Presentation Tray, English, Silver Plate, Afternoon Tea, Victorian

Good weight in the hand of 7.3kg (16.09) lb, offering reassuringly robust service

This is a fine antique presentation tray, with a striking decorative appearance. A treat for an afternoon tea gathering, or evening cocktail soiree. Delivered ready to host.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 76.5cm (30'')

Max Depth: 52cm (20.5'')

Max Height: 9cm (3.5'')

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
76.5cm (30.12")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Silver Plated Presentation Tray to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1220619
Dealers Internal Ref
26079
London Fine Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Archive I A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork.

Large Antique Presentation Tray, English, Silver Plate, Afternoon Tea, Victorian

Archive II A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork. View II
Archive III A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork. View III
Archive IV A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork. View IV
Archive V A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork. View V
Archive VI A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork. View VIII
Archive IX A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork. View IX
Archive X A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork. View X
Archive XI A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork. View XI
Archive XII A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork. View XII
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A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork.
Large Antique Presentation Tray, English, Silver Plate, Afternoon Tea, Victorian
Ref: SA1220619
A rectangular silver-plated presentation tray with twin cast handles, shell and scroll border, four bracket feet, and central engraved scrollwork.
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FAQs

Victorian silver-plated presentation trays are large serving vessels crafted during the nineteenth century using electroplating techniques. They typically feature heavy relief borders, scrollwork handles, footed bases, and intricate flat-chased or hand-engraved surface patterns designed for ceremonial or domestic presentation.

These trays were commonly constructed using Electroplated Nickel Silver (EPNS) or electroplated Britannia metal, where a base layer of nickel alloy or copper was coated with fine silver via electrolytic deposition.

Authentic nineteenth-century trays usually display makers stamps or trade marks such as EPNS or EPBM, alongside minor base metal exposure (bled copper or nickel) at areas of high friction. Hand-engraved surface decoration from this period exhibits subtle variations in depth compared to modern machine stamping.

An antique silver tray can be styled flat on a sideboard or drinks trolley to organize decanters and glassware, or placed in the centre of a coffee table to anchor decorative accessories and books.

Silver plate should be cleaned using a soft cloth and a gentle, non-abrasive silver cream to avoid wearing down the delicate silver layer. Items should be washed in warm soapy water, rinsed thoroughly, and dried immediately with a soft towel to prevent tarnish and water spotting.
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