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Early 19th Century Mahogany Butlers Tray on Stand
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Early 19th Century Mahogany Butlers Tray on Stand

19th century
Sold 16 April 2025 · Martlesham Antiques
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Description

An unusual and rare early 19th century mahogany collapsible butlers tray on stand, hinged rectangular top on X frame stand collapsing flat with locking device. Circa 1810.

27 1/2” x 20” x 32” high

70cms x 51cms x 82cms high

Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Mahogany Butlers Tray to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA949406
Dealers Internal Reference
3390
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Martlesham Antiques is a family run business and has been trading since 1984. Located in Suffolk just outside Woodbridge, Martlesham Antiques is run from a spacious thatched cottage housing nine large showrooms with a vast adjacent car park.

Specialising in 18th and 19th Century furniture, together with creating custom hand-made furniture which is supplied to various interior designers, trade and the retail market. Every piece on the showroom floor is in excellent condition and ready to go straight into the buyers home or premises.

All of Martlesham Antiques furniture is hand polished by their own French polishers and restorers to a very high standard. We are also a member of LAPADA, the association of art and antiques.

Description
An unusual and rare early 19th century mahogany collapsible butlers tray on stand, hinged rectangular top on X frame stand collapsing flat with locking device. Circa 1810.

27 1/2” x 20” x 32” high

70cms x 51cms x 82cms high

Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Mahogany Butlers Tray to the 19th Century.

Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA949406
Dealers Internal Ref
3390
Martlesham Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2008
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Martlesham Antiques Profile Page

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Martlesham Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A rectangular dark wood butler tray rests on a folding X-frame stand with brass hinges. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early 19th Century Mahogany Butlers Tray on Stand

Archive II A rectangular dark wood butler tray rests on a folding X-frame stand with brass hinges. View II
Archive III A rectangular dark wood butler tray rests on a folding X-frame stand with brass hinges. View III
Archive IV A rectangular dark wood butler tray rests on a folding X-frame stand with brass hinges. View IV
Archive V A rectangular dark wood butler tray rests on a folding X-frame stand with brass hinges. View V
Archive VI A rectangular dark wood butler tray rests on a folding X-frame stand with brass hinges. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular dark wood butler tray rests on a folding X-frame stand with brass hinges. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular dark wood butler tray rests on a folding X-frame stand with brass hinges. View VIII
Archive IX A rectangular dark wood butler tray rests on a folding X-frame stand with brass hinges. View IX
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Martlesham Antiques
Telephone 01394 386732
Location
The Thatched Roadhouse
Main Rd
Martlesham
Suffolk
IP12 4RJ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/martlesham
Verified Since Jan 2008
Items For Sale 279
Items Sold 2,229
Martlesham Antiques
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A rectangular dark wood butler tray rests on a folding X-frame stand with brass hinges.
Early 19th Century mahogany butlers tray on stand
Ref: SA949406
A rectangular dark wood butler tray rests on a folding X-frame stand with brass hinges.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsHinged flaps, X-frame folding stand, Brass hinges
  • SizeH 82 cm (32 in) x W 70 cm (28 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

FAQs

Butlers trays originated in 18th-century British households as portable serving surfaces used by domestic staff to transport and present food and drinks.

Authentic period pieces were typically crafted from dense hardwoods like mahogany or oak, featuring hand-cut joints, brass hinges, and folding X-frame stands designed for easy storage.

Authentication relies on examining the timber grain, patination, hand-forged or early brass hardware, and traditional construction marks such as dovetails or hand-planed surfaces.

This versatile piece functions effectively as a compact side table or portable drinks station, pairing well with both traditional and modern decor schemes.

Maintenance involves dusting with a soft, dry cloth and periodically applying high-quality beeswax to nourish the wood, avoiding direct sunlight and moisture exposure.
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