Antique Victorian I would say late 19th century 1880s ? mahogany oblong butler tray truly stunning piece hand made hand carved handles with lovely brass scroll decorative fittings a lovely brass cartouche (probably added later) amazing small brass bun feet this item would look lovely on a side table or bar filled with wine etc
54 cm wide handle to handle
20 cm width 4 cm tall I cannot enfesize enough what a stunning piece this is some very minor age related wear mostly to the underside wine not included
These style butlers trays were invented during the 18th century, butler's trays continued to be made until comparatively recent times until, that is, people no longer went 'into service'. Now popular, because they take up only minimal storage space when 'put away'.
Antique Victorian I would say late 19th century 1880s ? mahogany oblong tray
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