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Superb Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Oval Tray
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Superb Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Oval Tray

19th century
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A superb quality late Victorian inlaid mahogany oval tray with polished brass gallery and carrying handles c.1885. The oval solid mahogany tray with fine decorative inlaid fruitwood and boxwood flower and vine design border to the outer edge, which is set against a kingwood background. The centre of the tray with fiddle back mahogany veneers and large satinwood Sheraton design shell inlay set to the centre. Polished brass gallery to the outer edge with cast brass scroll design carrying handles to either end. Presented in immaculate original condition with a rich colour and patina. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
68.5cm (26.97")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Tray to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235062
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 44140
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Description
A superb quality late Victorian inlaid mahogany oval tray with polished brass gallery and carrying handles c.1885.
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The oval solid mahogany tray with fine decorative inlaid fruitwood and boxwood flower and vine design border to the outer edge, which is set against a kingwood background.
Sturmans Antiques

The centre of the tray with fiddle back mahogany veneers and large satinwood Sheraton design shell inlay set to the centre. Polished brass gallery to the outer edge with cast brass scroll design carrying handles to either end. Presented in immaculate original condition with a rich colour and patina. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
68.5cm (26.97")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Tray to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235062
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 44140
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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Archive I An oval Victorian mahogany serving tray featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay, a central shell motif, and a pierced brass gallery rim with two handles.

Superb Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Oval Tray

Archive II An oval Victorian mahogany serving tray featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay, a central shell motif, and a pierced brass gallery rim with two handles. View II
Archive III An oval Victorian mahogany serving tray featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay, a central shell motif, and a pierced brass gallery rim with two handles. View III
Archive IV An oval Victorian mahogany serving tray featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay, a central shell motif, and a pierced brass gallery rim with two handles. View IV
Archive V An oval Victorian mahogany serving tray featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay, a central shell motif, and a pierced brass gallery rim with two handles. View V
Archive VI An oval Victorian mahogany serving tray featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay, a central shell motif, and a pierced brass gallery rim with two handles. View VI
Archive VII An oval Victorian mahogany serving tray featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay, a central shell motif, and a pierced brass gallery rim with two handles. View VII
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An oval Victorian mahogany serving tray featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay, a central shell motif, and a pierced brass gallery rim with two handles.
Superb Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Oval Tray
Ref: SA1235062
An oval Victorian mahogany serving tray featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay, a central shell motif, and a pierced brass gallery rim with two handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectServing Trays
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Satinwood Inlay
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsPierced brass gallery, marquetry inlay, shell patera, brass handles
  • SizeH 6.5 cm (3 in) x W 68.5 cm (27 in) x D 45 cm (18 in)

FAQs

A Victorian inlaid mahogany tray is a 19th-century flat serving vessel constructed from mahogany timber and decorated with marquetry or inlay techniques using contrasting woods. These trays were commonly used in wealthy households for serving tea, drinks, or light refreshments.

These trays were typically crafted from hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or satinwood, decorated with fine wood veneers for inlay patterns. Pierced brass, silver-plate, or gilt metal was frequently fitted around the perimeter to form a raised protective rim known as a gallery.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut wood veneers forming floral, shell, or geometric motifs set flush into the primary timber. Natural age-related wear, oxidation on brass galleries, and hand-joined craftsmanship on the underside help distinguish period items from modern reproductions.

An antique mahogany tray can be placed on a sideboard, coffee table, or ottoman to anchor decanters, glassware, or small decorative items. Its warm wood tones and metal details provide texture and historical contrast within modern or traditional schemes.

Dust the wood surface regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply high-grade beeswax polish sparingly to preserve the finish. Avoid exposing the tray to excess moisture or hot objects, and clean the brass gallery with a non-abrasive metal cleaner using care around adjacent woodwork.
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