Victorian Floral Papier-Mache Tray Table
Origin: England
Date: Tray circa 1850-1870; later stand
Period/Style: Victorian
Materials: Japanned papier-mache, mother-of-pearl, polychrome and gilt decoration, ebonized wood
Form: Oval tray on stand
Description: English Victorian oval papier-mache tray with a dished rim and black japanned ground, painted with a dense bouquet of roses and other flowers. Mother-of-pearl accents and fine gilt detailing enrich the central arrangement, enclosed by an interlaced gilt border with lattice-filled reserves and foliate ornaments. The removable tray rests within a conforming ebonized wooden stand, its simulated-bamboo legs accented by gilt rings and joined by crossed stretchers. The stand is a later addition.
Dimensions: 18 in. H, 31.5 in. W, 25.5 in. D
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Condition: Tray with scratches, craquelure, surface wear, minor edge losses and localized rubbing or losses to the painted, gilt and mother-of-pearl decoration. Ebonized stand has scratches, abrasions, finish wear and minor joint movement. Please inspect all photographs carefully. Stevens Auction Company provides this condition report as a courtesy; bidders should inspect the property in person whenever possible.
Dimensions: 18 x 31.5 x 25.5 in
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Origin: England
Date: Tray circa 1850-1870; later stand
Period/Style: Victorian
Materials: Japanned papier-mache, mother-of-pearl, polychrome and gilt decoration, ebonized wood
Form: Oval tray on stand
Description: English Victorian oval papier-mache tray with a dished rim and black japanned ground, painted with a dense bouquet of roses and other flowers. Mother-of-pearl accents and fine gilt detailing enrich the central arrangement, enclosed by an interlaced gilt border with lattice-filled reserves and foliate ornaments. The removable tray rests within a conforming ebonized wooden stand, its simulated-bamboo legs accented by gilt rings and joined by crossed stretchers. The stand is a later addition.
Dimensions: 18 in. H, 31.5 in. W, 25.5 in. D
Shipping Note: While Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing and shipping services, we do have a list of recommended third-party shippers to assist you in shipping to and from our facility. Please note that property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within this time frame is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item as outlined in our terms and conditions. Please review our website, stevensauction.com, for a list of recommended shippers and other information. Please contact us at info@stevensauction.com if you require further assistance.
Condition: Tray with scratches, craquelure, surface wear, minor edge losses and localized rubbing or losses to the painted, gilt and mother-of-pearl decoration. Ebonized stand has scratches, abrasions, finish wear and minor joint movement. Please inspect all photographs carefully. Stevens Auction Company provides this condition report as a courtesy; bidders should inspect the property in person whenever possible.
Dimensions: 18 x 31.5 x 25.5 in
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Time, Location
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