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French Lacquered Trays
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French Lacquered Trays

19th century
Description

Two pretty French early 20th century papier mache lacquered trays in scallop shell form. Each is painted with gold stars in a very similar pattern. They are both the same size. With a gilt edge.

One has an area of damage to the edge as can be seen in the pictures.

Physical Dimensions
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

Treasury Antiques has dated these Antique French Lacquered Trays to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1234971
Dealers Internal Reference
844
Dealers Notes

We are happy to answer any questions so please call us on 07969635908 or 07910111592. You will also find us on Instagram at treasuryantiques.We are open by appointment at our workshop in Wiltshire so do please call if you’d like to come and see our stock. Based near Bath, Owen and Lucia have a wide range of decorative antiques and furniture and are passionate about sourcing beautiful and interesting pieces for your home.

With many years of experience in interior decorating and in the antiques trade between them. Owen as both a dealer and conservator is a graduate of the prestigious West Dean College, and as a result Treasury Antiques takes a light approach to conservation and restores pieces only where necessary. Lucia, with many years of experience in the decorative interiors world is constantly looking for beautiful, quirky and individual pieces to add character to any home.

do please contact us with any queries you may have.

Description
Two pretty French early 20th century papier mache lacquered trays in scallop shell form. Each is painted with gold stars in a very similar pattern. They are both the same size. With a gilt edge.

One has an area of damage to the edge as can be seen in the pictures.

Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

Treasury Antiques has dated these Antique French Lacquered Trays to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234971
Dealers Internal Ref
844
Treasury Antiques
Treasury Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2021

Sourcing beautiful antique furniture and decorative pieces for your home

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A pair of black lacquered shell-shaped trays decorated with a gold star pattern, fluted edges, and integrated cut-out handles.
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Archive I A pair of black lacquered shell-shaped trays decorated with a gold star pattern, fluted edges, and integrated cut-out handles.

French Lacquered Trays

Archive II A pair of black lacquered shell-shaped trays decorated with a gold star pattern, fluted edges, and integrated cut-out handles. View II
Archive III A pair of black lacquered shell-shaped trays decorated with a gold star pattern, fluted edges, and integrated cut-out handles. View III
Archive IV A pair of black lacquered shell-shaped trays decorated with a gold star pattern, fluted edges, and integrated cut-out handles. View IV
Archive V A pair of black lacquered shell-shaped trays decorated with a gold star pattern, fluted edges, and integrated cut-out handles. View V
Archive VI A pair of black lacquered shell-shaped trays decorated with a gold star pattern, fluted edges, and integrated cut-out handles. View VI
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Treasury Antiques

Treasury Antiques
Telephone 07910 111 592
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Near Bath
Wiltshire
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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A pair of black lacquered shell-shaped trays decorated with a gold star pattern, fluted edges, and integrated cut-out handles.
French lacquered trays
Ref: SA1234971
A pair of black lacquered shell-shaped trays decorated with a gold star pattern, fluted edges, and integrated cut-out handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Trays
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Napoleon III
  • MaterialPapier-mache, Lacquer, Gilding
  • ColourBlack, Gold
  • MotifsScalloped edges, Geometric star pattern, Cut-out handles, Fluted shell shape
  • SizeW 30 cm (12 in) x D 26 cm (10 in)

FAQs

Popularised during the 18th and 19th centuries, European lacquerware mimicked Asian lacquer techniques by applying layers of varnish, gilding, and geometric or floral motifs to pressed papier-mache bases.

These trays were crafted by compressing steam-moulded sheets of papier-mache or timber, coating them with oil-based varnishes, and embellishing the surface with hand-painted or stencilled gilding.

Authentic pieces typically show light surface crazing, slight gilding wear along high-contact points such as handles, and a lightweight, fibrous core beneath the lacquer layers.

Position them flat on console tables or sideboards to group smaller decorative items, or rest them vertically against a wall inside open shelving units.

Dust surfaces using a dry microfibre cloth, keep the items away from moisture and direct sunlight, and avoid using liquid polishes or abrasive cleansers.
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