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Small Papier Mache Tray

19th century
Description

A small oval 19th century papier mache tray, painted floral decoration, mother of pearl inlay surrounded with a pretty gilt decoration.

The tray has some marks all historic, (see photos) all in good strong condition.

Free UK mainland delivery Royal Mail special delivery.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
34.5cm (13.58")
Declaration

Millers Antiques has dated this Victorian Papier Mache Tray to the 1870s.

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SA1235050
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Millers Antiques 1-5 Church Street, Wooler. Northumberland NE716BZ.

Telephone 01668282308 or 07714332441

All measurements taken at the widest point.

Shop open 10-4.30 weekdays

Description
A small oval 19th century papier mache tray, painted floral decoration, mother of pearl inlay surrounded with a pretty gilt decoration.

The tray has some marks all historic, (see photos) all in good strong condition.

Free UK mainland delivery Royal Mail special delivery.

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
34.5cm (13.58")
Date of Manufacture

Millers Antiques has dated this Victorian Papier Mache Tray to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235050
Millers Antiques
Millers Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Antiques since 1947.

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Archive I An oval black lacquered papier-mache tray decorated with gilt floral scrollwork and iridescent mother-of-pearl inlay. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Small Papier Mache Tray

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Millers Antiques

Millers Antiques
Telephone 01668 282 308 or 07714 332 441
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1-5 Church Street
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6BZ
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Sep 2012
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An oval black lacquered papier-mache tray decorated with gilt floral scrollwork and iridescent mother-of-pearl inlay.
Small Papier Mache Tray
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An oval black lacquered papier-mache tray decorated with gilt floral scrollwork and iridescent mother-of-pearl inlay.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrays
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPapier-mache, Lacquer, Mother-of-Pearl
  • ColourBlack and Gold
  • MotifsMother-of-pearl inlay, Gilt floral bouquet, Scrollwork rim
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 42 cm (17 in) x D 34.5 cm (14 in)

FAQs

Victorian papier-mache decorativeware refers to household objects crafted from compressed, stoved paper pulp coated in black asphaltum varnish or lacquer. Popularised in 19th-century Britain, these items were decorated with hand-painted flora, gold leaf scrollwork, and iridescent mother-of-pearl inlay.

Sheets of fibrous paper were saturated with paste, pressed into molds, and baked at high temperatures to harden. Once shaped, craftsmen applied multiple coats of dark lacquer or varnish, polished the surface to a high sheen, and decorated it with paints, gilding, and shell inserts.

Authentic pieces exhibit heavy, dense construction with a smooth, jet-black lacquered ground and genuine mother-of-pearl inlay embedded into the surface. Original gilding shows characteristic fine brushwork or natural age wear rather than modern bright spray finishes.

An antique papier-mache tray functions as an accent piece when placed flat on a console, coffee table, or sideboard to hold small trinkets. Alternatively, it can be displayed vertically on a plate stand inside a glass cabinet or mounted on a wall.

Dust gently using a clean, soft microfibre cloth without water or chemical cleaners, which can dull or lift the lacquer. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources, high humidity, and prolonged sunlight to prevent warping and lacquer crazing.
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