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Oval Tray
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Oval Tray

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Millers Antiques
Description

A lovely mahogany early 20th century oval tray in mahogany, fluted edging, brass carrying handles, a lovely colour and good condition.

Date of Manufacture

Millers Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Oval Tray to the 1910s.

Independent Date Check ID 09716029
Dealer's Item Date1910s
Sellingantiques Date1910s
Sellingantiques agingItem 95-140 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1910s:
Cast brass handles: typical Edwardian decorative fittings.
Wavy gallery border: classic Georgian revival cabinet work.
Green baize base: period protection for polished surfaces.
Rubbed polish on high rim points: decades of normal handling.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
68cm (26.77")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
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SA1245147
Dealers Notes

Millers Antiques 1-5 Church Street, Wooler. Northumberland NE716BZ.

Telephone 01668282308 or 07714332441

All measurements taken at the widest point.

Shop open 10-4.30 weekdays Winter hours may vary please call 01668282308 in advance.

Description
A lovely mahogany early 20th century oval tray in mahogany, fluted edging, brass carrying handles, a lovely colour and good condition.
Date of Manufacture

Millers Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Oval Tray to the 1910s.

Independent Date Report ID 09716029
Dealer's Item Date1910s
Sellingantiques dating1910s
Sellingantiques agingItem 95-140 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1910s:
Cast brass handles: typical Edwardian decorative fittings.
Wavy gallery border: classic Georgian revival cabinet work.
Green baize base: period protection for polished surfaces.
Rubbed polish on high rim points: decades of normal handling.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
68cm (26.77")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245147
Millers Antiques
Millers Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Antiques since 1947.

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An antique polished mahogany oval serving tray featuring a wavy scalloped rim and two cast brass handles.
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Archive I An antique polished mahogany oval serving tray featuring a wavy scalloped rim and two cast brass handles.

Oval Tray

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Millers Antiques

Millers Antiques
Telephone 01668 282 308 or 07714 332 441
Location
1-5 Church Street
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6BZ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/millersantiques
Verified Since Sep 2012
Items For Sale 315
Items Sold 1,150
Millers Antiques
Millers Antiques
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An antique polished mahogany oval serving tray featuring a wavy scalloped rim and two cast brass handles.
Oval Tray
Ref: SA1245147
An antique polished mahogany oval serving tray featuring a wavy scalloped rim and two cast brass handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrays
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsScalloped gallery rim, Brass side handles, Oval form, Polished mahogany grain
  • SizeH 6.5 cm (3 in) x W 68 cm (27 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

FAQs

A mahogany gallery tray is a traditional serving accessory crafted from polished hardwood, featuring a raised, shaped rim to prevent items from slipping during transport. Popularised throughout the Georgian and Edwardian eras, these trays were designed specifically for formal tea service and drinks presentation.

Classic gallery trays are constructed primarily from solid or veneered mahogany, selected for its fine grain and stability. The side handles are typically cast from solid brass, attached securely to the wavy or molded timber gallery edge.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-carved details along the scalloped rim, subtle timber shrinkage consistent with age, and cast brass handles showing age-appropriate oxidisation. Examining the underside often reveals historical hand-planing marks and traditional fixing techniques.

Position the tray on a sideboard top, coffee table, or ottoman to anchor smaller decorative items such as decanters, glassware, or floral vases. The warm timber tones provide contrast against light, neutral contemporary surfaces.

Dust the tray regularly using a clean microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally to protect the original finish. Prevent moisture damage by wiping up spills immediately and avoid placing hot items directly onto the polished surface.
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