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

Summary:

• Item: Victorian Chinoiserie Tray
• Circa: 1870
• Period: Victorian
• Provenance: England, UK
• Papier Mâché construction
• Oval shape
• Raised border
• Depicts floral arrangement
• Gilt painted border foliate decoration
• Ideal as decorative display tray / drinks tray
• Stunning craftsmanship
• Exceptional quality
• Good original condition
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14-day UK returns policy

 Description:

This is a fine quality antique English Victorian chinoiserie tray, depicting a floral arrangement, circa 1860, in good original condition.  The tray is constructed of papier mâché and decorated with a finely gilded foliate motifs on a raised oval border, encompassing a painted floral arrangement, flanked by further floral gilt detail around the border, which incorporates gorgeous attention to detail. The detail in the painted gilt work is also stunning.  The serving tray is decorative and ideal for use as either a drink’s tray or for ornamental display in the home. It is solid in joint and ready-to-use.

This Victorian chinoiserie tray would look superb in a variety of rooms from the living or dining room. The tray would certainly grace any home or office and would be a great investment, as it is extremely functional. So, don’t miss out on your chance to own such a lovely piece.

Condition Report:

This is a fine quality antique English Victorian chinoiserie tray, depicting a floral arrangement, circa 1860, in good original condition.  There is nominal old use ware to the tray edges.  Minor old use marks, scuffs, scratches and general ageing to the finish are present to the tray; which is consistent with use of over the years (please see photos), but nothing significant considering its age.  It remains a very attractive rare piece which is perfectly functional.  There are no splits to the trays. The detail in the painted gilt work and mother-of-pearl inlay is of a very high stand and intact – it shows that the craftsmanship is second to none.  This Victorian serving tray in joint and ready to use.

Dimensions:

Height = 3.5cm / 1⅜”
Width = 63.5cm / 25” / 2ft 1”
Depth = 49cm / 19¼” / 1ft 7¼”

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