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Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Serving Tray – Fine Quality
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Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Serving Tray – Fine Quality

19th century
For Sale by Prior and Willis
Description

Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Serving Tray – Fine Quality

This fine-quality 19th-century mahogany serving tray displays attractive age, colour, and patina, full of charm and character. A rare decorative find that would make a wonderful statement piece in the right setting. The tray features exceptional floral marquetry inlays, enhancing its elegance and period appeal.

Features & Craftsmanship

19th century

Quality mahogany construction

Exceptional floral marquetry inlays

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: 59 cm

Depth: 39 cm

Height: 7 cm

Additional Information

Stock No.: 8999

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 style.

Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1234583
Dealers Internal Reference
8999
Dealers Notes

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

Description
Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Serving Tray – Fine Quality
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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 that would make a wonderful statement piece in the right setting. The tray features exceptional floral marquetry inlays, enhancing its elegance and period appeal.

fig 1. An oval mahogany serving tray decorated with floral marquetry inlay and fitted with twin brass handles.
fig 1. Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Serving Tray – Fine Quality

Features & Craftsmanship

19th century

Quality mahogany construction

Exceptional floral marquetry inlays

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. An oval mahogany serving tray decorated with floral marquetry inlay and fitted with twin brass handles.
fig 2. Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Serving Tray – Fine Quality

Dimensions

Width: 59 cm

Depth: 39 cm

Height: 7 cm

Additional Information

Stock No.: 8999

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 style.

Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234583
Dealers Internal Ref
8999
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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Prior and Willis
Telephone 07866 705199
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Kings Lynn
Norfolk
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jan 2015
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An oval mahogany serving tray decorated with floral marquetry inlay and fitted with twin brass handles.
Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Serving Tray – Fine Quality
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An oval mahogany serving tray decorated with floral marquetry inlay and fitted with twin brass handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectServing Trays
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Satinwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry, Brass handles, Segmented border rim, Oval form

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These items feature detailed timber marquetry inlaid into a mahogany base, created primarily during the Victorian and Edwardian periods for serving tea and beverages.

Craftsmen combined dense mahogany panels with contrasting fruitwood, satinwood, or boxwood veneers for the marquetry, fitted with cast brass side handles.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-cut timber veneers, natural wood grain variation, historical wear around the rim, and original patina on the cast metal handles.

Place the tray on a sideboard, coffee table, or ottoman to group glass barware, decanters, or small decorative items within a defined boundary.

Dust regularly with a soft cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish periodically to nourish the wood finish, keeping it clear of direct heat sources and liquid standing.
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