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Arts and Crafts Copper Tray St. Albans School of Art
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Arts and Crafts Copper Tray St. Albans School of Art

19th century
Sold 11 October 2025 · Rams Head Antiques
This “Arts and Crafts Copper Tray St. Albans School of Art” found a buyer.

It was listed by Rams Head Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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This is a lovely antique copper tray from St. Albans School of Art in the United Kingdom from the Arts and Crafts period, dating back to around 1900. Handcrafted with precision, this original piece showcases the intricate craftsmanship and quality of British metalware.

The beautiful design is classic Arts and Crafts in style with cherry fruit and scrolling hearts with leaf foliage detailing.

The tray is in solid copper with sturdy solid copper handles and measures 63 cms long by 28 cms wide.

UK insured packing and delivery is £15.

Physical Dimensions
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Declaration

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Arts and Crafts Copper Tray to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1159636
Dealers Notes

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You are most welcome to visit the shop but please always check to confirm we are open before travelling. We have been in the antiques trade for well over thirty years now and stock a wide and varied range of antiques and decorative items specialising in carpets and Eastern and Oriental items as well as Georgian and Victorian furniture, mirrors, oil paintings, prints, ceramics and clocks.

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Description
This is a lovely antique copper tray from St.
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Albans School of Art in the United Kingdom from the Arts and Crafts period, dating back to around 1900.
Rams Head Antiques

Handcrafted with precision, this original piece showcases the intricate craftsmanship and quality of British metalware.

fig 1. An antique rectangular copper tray featuring hand-hammered repousse floral borders and two riveted loop handles at either end.
fig 1. Arts and Crafts Copper Tray St. Albans School of Art

The beautiful design is classic Arts and Crafts in style with cherry fruit and scrolling hearts with leaf foliage detailing.

The tray is in solid copper with sturdy solid copper handles and measures 63 cms long by 28 cms wide.

UK insured packing and delivery is £15.

Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Arts and Crafts Copper Tray to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1159636
Rams Head Antiques
Rams Head Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2014
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Archive I An antique rectangular copper tray featuring hand-hammered repousse floral borders and two riveted loop handles at either end. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Arts and Crafts Copper Tray St. Albans School of Art

Archive II An antique rectangular copper tray featuring hand-hammered repousse floral borders and two riveted loop handles at either end. View II
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Durham
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Verified Since Sep 2014
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An antique rectangular copper tray featuring hand-hammered repousse floral borders and two riveted loop handles at either end.
Arts and Crafts Copper Tray St. Albans School Of Art
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An antique rectangular copper tray featuring hand-hammered repousse floral borders and two riveted loop handles at either end.
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  • ObjectDecorative Trays
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArts and Crafts
  • MaterialCopper
  • ColourCopper
  • MotifsHand-hammered surface, Repousse floral border, Riveted loop handles
  • SizeH 28 cm (11 in) x W 63 cm (25 in)

The Arts and Crafts movement was an international design philosophy that originated in Britain around 1880, emphasising traditional craftsmanship, handmade items, and vernacular styles over mass production.

Artisans typically used sheet copper, employing techniques such as hand-hammering, repousse, and chasing to create raised motifs and textured surfaces before applying patination.

Authentic pieces often exhibit tool marks from manual hammering, distinctive patination, riveted or soldered construction, and occasionally maker marks or school attribution stamps on the reverse.

Such pieces can be displayed on sideboards or coffee tables to introduce warmth, metallic texture, and historic character into modern or transitional spaces.

Maintain antique copper by dusting with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding harsh chemical polishes that strip the historic oxidised patina, preserving its aged finish.
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