Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1870s.
Summary:
• Item: Butlers’ Tray
• Circa: 1870
• Period: Victorian
• Provenance: England
• Cabinetmaker: Turner Woodward & Co. Manchester
• Wood: Solid mahogany
• Detachable panelled tray
• Brass hinged oval sides
• Open carrying handles
• Mahogany hinged folding stand
• Completely original
• Original polish
• Exceptional quality
• Excellent condition
• Free 14 day UK returns policy
This is a superb quality antique Victorian mahogany butlers’ tray and stand, constructed by Turner Woodward & Co. of 36 John Dalton Street, Manchester circa 1870, in excellent original condition. This type of tray was used both on grand tours and campaigns, but also in wealthy houses for serving drinks. To the perimeter of the four-panelled flat tray, is a brass double-hinged oval gallery. The four-hinged sides can be raised to stop drinks sliding of the tray but also folded down to make a side table (and also allow it to be stored level when not in use). The tray sits on a mahogany-folding stand. What makes this an unusual and more rare example is the fact that hinged mahogany bars act as connecting stretchers. Other butler trays had fabric-webbed straps to the stands. The stand has a connecting stretcher below for added strength.
The tray features a rich red mahogany colour. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received. This truly is a very beautiful item with quality construction and is original throughout. It is rare to see one in such good condition.
Condition Report:
It is rare to see an example, which not only is in excellent condition but also is also completely original. The level of detail and craftsmanship displayed second to none. It is rare to see an example, which not only is in excellent condition but also completely original. There are no splits to the top either. There are nominal old use marks to the leading edges and French polish but nothing significant considering the age of the item and years of use. The wooden tray and stand are all sturdy. This item is solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
Height (Tray) = 77cm or 30¼” or 2ft 6¼”
Height (Walls) = 87.2cm or 34” or2ft 10”
Width (Open) = 88.8cm or 35” or 2ft 11”
Depth (Open) = 63.5cm or 25” or 2ft 1”
Width (Closed) = 70cm or 27½” or 2ft 3½”
Depth (Closed) = 45cm or 17¾” or 1ft 5¾”
UK Delivery:
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £60. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition.
UK Buyer Payment:
For UK buyers, we accept cash on collection or delivery; cheque, credit card, BACS or PayPal.
International Buyers:
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us first before purchasing the item so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote. A returns policy is not available for international buyers. We request payment by bank transfer for international purchases.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yolanda Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA. Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years.
Ref. Butlers Tray 2
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1870s.
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Victorian Mahogany Butlers Tray & Stand (Circa 1870)
