How do I date a silver dressing tray?

Dating relies primarily on the stamped assay office hallmarks, which include specific letters denoting the year of manufacture. Stylistic indicators such as Edwardian Rococo Revival curves or Art Nouveau motifs provide further context for the period of production.

What were dressing trays used for?

These trays rested on bedroom dressing tables to hold brushes, perfume bottles, pins, and small pieces of jewellery. They kept daily accessories organised while adding decorative silver detail to the room.

What is the difference between a pin dish and a dressing tray?

Pin dishes are smaller, more compact vessels intended specifically for pins and minor trinkets on a dressing table. Dressing trays provide a larger surface area designed to hold an entire set of dressing table accessories.

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These repousse sterling silver tray examples bring raised floral patterns and figurative scenes straight to your dressing table or serving display.

Silver Dressing Table Tray
by William Comyns Silversmith

19th century

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Silver Dressing Table Tray by William Comyns Silversmith

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