A French Tôle Peinte Octagonal Galleried Tray, Late 19th or Early 20th Century

A French tôle peinte octagonal tray, late 19th or early 20th century. The tray features a pierced gallery rim with beaded border and twin integrated hand openings. The central reserve is decorated with a polychrome painted pastoral scene depicting three female figures harvesting fruit beneath a tree, enclosed by wide borders of elaborate gilt foliate and floral scrollwork against a black japanned ground. The underside is stenciled in red with 'MADE IN FRANCE' above reference number F-M 1485.Diameter: 23 inches; Height: 2.5 inches.

Condition
Overall good condition consistent with age and handling. The painted surface displays fine craquelure, scattered light surface scratches, and minor areas of rubbing to the gilt border. The underside shows extensive surface scratching, light oxidation, and finish wear, and is fitted with a removable metal wire hanger.