Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1850s.
• Item: Butlers’ Tray
• Circa: 1850
• Period: Early Victorian
• Provenance: England
• Wood: Solid mahogany
• Single plank tray (sign of quality)
• Narrow proportions
• Shaped side carrying handles
• Side loading
• Original webbing to hinged stand
• Lovely mellow colour
• Excellent original polish & patination
• Stunning quality
• Excellent original condition
• Free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14 day UK returns policy
Description:
This is a superb quality antique early Victorian mahogany butlers’ tray on a turned stand, circa 1850, in excellent original condition. This type of tray was used both on grand tours and campaigns, but also in wealthy houses for serving drinks. It boasts a top quality front-loading tray with shaped side carrying handles. As it is constructed with a single plank of top quality mahogany with a dovetail construction, this is a sign of superior quality, with a stunning colour & patination. The base is constructed of a single mahogany plank (another sign of quality). The tray sits on a very good quality turned mahogany-folding stand with a connecting ring-turned stretcher for added strength. What makes this an unusual and rarer example is the fact that it features an over-sized tray and the webbing straps to the stand are original.
Condition Report:
It is rare to see an example, which not only is in excellent condition but also is also completely original, even the original webbing to the stand. The level of detail and craftsmanship displayed is second to none. There are nominal old use marks to the leading edges and top but nothing significant considering the age of the item and years of use. There are no splits to the top either. The wooden tray and stand are both sturdy. This item is solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
External Height (max) = 94.1cm or 37” or 3ft 1”
Tray Height = 9.3cm or 3”
Width (Tray) = 52cm or 20½” or 1ft 8½”
Depth (Tray) = 77.1cm or 30” or 2ft 6”
Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland. *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland. If you live in one of the areas, please contact us for a delivery quote.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you.
International Buyers:
Please contact us before purchasing the item, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time.
Ref. Butlers Tray 9
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1850s.
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Antique English Victorian Mahogany Butlers Drinks Tray & Stand (Circa 1850)
