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19th Century Butlers Tray or Tray on Stand
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Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd

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19th Century Butlers Tray or Tray on Stand

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19th century butlers tray or tray on stand. The oval lift off tray with carrying handles and a carved pattern to the moulded edge. The folding stand with turned stretchers. Possibly continental.

This can be viewed in our showrooms in North Yorkshire at any time by appointment. Please contact me on 07710 793753 with any questions or if you would like further images. Shipping and delivery can be arranged on your behalf. Or may be included depending on location.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Oak Tray Stand to the 19th Century.

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SA1179088
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Elaine Phillips Antiques

Description
19th century butlers tray or tray on stand. The oval lift off tray with carrying handles and a carved pattern to the moulded edge. The folding stand with turned stretchers. Possibly continental.

This can be viewed in our showrooms in North Yorkshire at any time by appointment. Please contact me on 07710 793753 with any questions or if you would like further images. Shipping and delivery can be arranged on your behalf. Or may be included depending on location.

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Oak Tray Stand to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1179088
Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2022

Period furniture, lighting, mirrors, portraits and interior decoration.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd is a registered member of BADA  CINOA

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An antique dark oak oval butlers tray with carved edge detailing resting on a matching folding stand with curved legs and turned stretchers.
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Archive I An antique dark oak oval butlers tray with carved edge detailing resting on a matching folding stand with curved legs and turned stretchers.

19th Century Butlers Tray or Tray on Stand

Archive II An antique dark oak oval butlers tray with carved edge detailing resting on a matching folding stand with curved legs and turned stretchers. View II
Archive III An antique dark oak oval butlers tray with carved edge detailing resting on a matching folding stand with curved legs and turned stretchers. View III
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Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd

Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07710 793753 or 01969 625199
Location
Leyburn
North Yorkshire
DL8
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
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An antique dark oak oval butlers tray with carved edge detailing resting on a matching folding stand with curved legs and turned stretchers.
19th century Butlers Tray or Tray on Stand
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An antique dark oak oval butlers tray with carved edge detailing resting on a matching folding stand with curved legs and turned stretchers.
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  • ObjectTray Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsOval gallery, Turned stretchers, Curved folding legs, Carved handles
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 79 cm (31 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

This 19th-century Victorian oak butler's tray and folding stand brings traditional English country house style to a living space. The dark brown timber shows rich grain and warm tones across the oval lift-off tray, which has carved handles, a moulded edge with carved pattern detailing, and an oval gallery. The folding stand possesses curved legs connected by multiple turned stretchers with decorative beaded spindles near the feet and mid-section. Measuring 74 cm high, 79 cm wide, and 53 cm deep, the table fits naturally at the end of a sofa to serve drinks or hold books. The versatile design allows the tray to lift off independently from the collapsing stand for convenient storage or transport when hosting guests.

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Originally designed in the 18th and 19th centuries, butlers trays were portable serving surfaces used by domestic staff to transport items between kitchens and dining rooms. The folding stand allowed the tray to function as a temporary side table when required.

Traditional 19th-century examples were constructed from hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut using mortise and tenon joinery. The folding stands utilised wooden cross-pivots or webbing straps alongside turned stretchers for stability.

Authentic period pieces display hand-carving or hand-planing marks, traditional joinery, and natural age-related patination around the handholds and joints. Consistent timber wear is typically present on the underside of the tray where it contacts the frame.

Position the piece in a living room or hallway as an occasional drinks bar, side table, or display surface for ceramics. Its compact form enables it to fit into tight spaces or beside an armchair.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry, lint-free microfibre cloth and apply beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the timber patination. Avoid placing hot items or unlined glassware directly onto the wood.
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