How do I care for papier-mâché trays?

Papier-mâché trays require gentle handling to protect their delicate lacquer and hand-painted floral surfaces. Keep them away from direct sunlight, excessive heat, and moisture to prevent the lacquer from cracking. Dust them periodically with a soft, dry cloth rather than using liquid polishes or chemical cleaners. If mounted on a stand, ensure the tray rests securely without bearing excessive weight.

Were these trays used on stands originally?

Many trays were made strictly as flat serving boards with raised edges for carrying items from the kitchen to the parlour. However, numerous period examples were paired with folding wooden or iron stands to serve as tea tables. Some trays show evidence of being mounted onto later stands during the twentieth century to adapt them for use as coffee tables or side tables.

How can I tell toleware from papier-mâché?

Toleware is constructed from sheet metal, such as iron or tinplate, which makes it heavier and magnetic. Papier-mâché is made from compressed paper pulp and resin, giving it a much lighter weight and a warmer feel to the touch. Both materials typically feature dark lacquered finishes, but metal pieces may show oxidation around any chipped areas, whereas paper-based items reveal a fibrous interior matrix.

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An antique floral tea tray brings botanical hand-painting and marquetry into daily service, combining utility with decorative art.

Georgian Octagonal Scarlet Papier Maché Tray

18th century

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Georgian Octagonal Scarlet Papier Maché Tray

From Baggott & Co.

£3,450

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Large Antique Presentation Tray, Egyptian Silver Plate, Afternoon Tea, Victorian

19th century

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Large Antique Presentation Tray, Egyptian Silver Plate, Afternoon Tea, Victorian

From London Fine Antiques

£895

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

19th century

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19th Century Papier Mache Tray on Later Stand

From Walton House Antiques

£580

3+ MONTHS AGO

furniture

1920 - 1940

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Vintage Venetian Painted Tray Top Table

From Hand of Glory

£295

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Swedish C. 1900 Antique Chinoiserie Decorated Oval Tray

1900 - 1920

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Swedish C. 1900 Antique Chinoiserie Decorated Oval Tray

From Whites Antiques

£315

3+ MONTHS AGO

miscellaneous

19th century

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Large Papier Mache Tray

From Athey Antiques

£195

3+ MONTHS AGO

miscellaneous

1900 - 1920

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A Two Tier Marquetry Table

From Butchoff Antiques Ltd.

£1,500

3+ MONTHS AGO

furniture

19th century

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Regency Gilt Embellished Toleware Tray

From Shaun King Antiques

£435

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique English Victorian Ebonised Chinoiserie Floral Papier Mâché Drinks Butlers Serving Tray (Circa 1870)

19th century

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Antique English Victorian Ebonised Chinoiserie Floral Papier Mâché Drinks Butlers Serving Tray (Circa 1870)

From Yolanda Gray Antiques

£450

3+ MONTHS AGO

miscellaneous

19th century

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Old Sheffield Silver Plate Salver C1830

From Honey Tilley Antiques

£430

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

Current listings feature pieces spanning the Georgian, Regency, Victorian, and Edwardian periods, utilising papier-mâché, mahogany, satinwood, and toleware.

19th century

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19th Century Pontypool Toleware Tray

From Hobson May Collection

£275

3+ MONTHS AGO

miscellaneous

19th century

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Regency Papier Mâché Tray

From Gary Wright Antiques Ltd

£1,450

3+ MONTHS AGO

miscellaneous

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Antique Floral Tea Tray

Georgian Octagonal Scarlet Papier Maché Tray

Large Antique Presentation Tray, Egyptian Silver Plate, Afternoon Tea, Victorian

19th Century Papier Mache Tray on Later Stand

Vintage Venetian Painted Tray Top Table

Swedish C. 1900 Antique Chinoiserie Decorated Oval Tray

Large Papier Mache Tray

A Two Tier Marquetry Table

Regency Gilt Embellished Toleware Tray

Antique English Victorian Ebonised Chinoiserie Floral Papier Mâché Drinks Butlers Serving Tray (Circa 1870)

Old Sheffield Silver Plate Salver C1830

19th Century Pontypool Toleware Tray

Regency Papier Mâché Tray

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