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Victorian Papier Mache Butlers Tray (c. 1870)
This is a fine quality antique English Victorian chinoiserie tray, made from ebonised papier mâché, depicting a floral arrangement, circa 1870, in good original condition.
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.
Dimensions:
Height = 3.5cm / 1⅜”
Width = 63.5cm / 25” / 2ft 1”
Depth = 49cm / 19¼” / 1ft 7¼”
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.
Price:
The price for this item is £450, which includes free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland and free 14-day returns.
Customer Service:
We offer customer satisfaction through the following services:
• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland
• Free 14 Day Returns
• Full money back assurance
• Worldwide shipping
• Full insurance of items in transit
Further Information:
For more information or photographs please email or call us.
Office: 01829 458 070
Julian: 07960 738 212
Yola: 07971 882 567
Customers outside the UK should call:
Office: 00 44 1829 458 070
Julian: 00 44 7960 738 212
Yola: 00 44 7971 882 567
Email: info@yolagray.com
Free UK Delivery:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands. If you live in one of the areas where we do not offer free delivery, please contact us for a delivery quote before purchasing the item. Delivery will be made by our specialised antique furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries.
Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks depending on location we aim to deliver the majority of items within 2 weeks. All items are professionally packaged and fully insured in transit therefore, we can assure you, your items will be securely protected in transit and arrive safely with you.
Once you have purchased an item, we will contact you by email and/or telephone and provide you with a provisional delivery date, in order for you to confirm if it is suitable for you. Once you have confirmed you can accept delivery on the provisional delivery date, we will book the delivery in with our shippers and it then becomes a confirmed delivery date.
We will also provide you with our shippers' contact details, in case you need to contact the driver on the day of delivery. It's helpful if you can provide us with both the landline and mobile telephone number, in case the driver cannot reach you on one of the numbers on the day of delivery, they can contact you on your alternative number.
In order to be able to offer you free delivery, it is based on a 1-man delivery only. For any large items that require 2 people to lift the item, we ask that you are available at the time of delivery to be able to give our shipper a lift off the van and into your house with the item. If you are not able to lift items yourself, we ask that you have someone on hand at the time of delivery to assist our shipper with lifting the item.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We will collect returns using our own specialist furniture delivery company. We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit). This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.
UK Buyer Payment:
For UK buyers, we accept cash on collection or delivery cheque, credit card, BACS (free bank to bank transfer) or PayPal. Payment is requested within 5 days of the sale. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.
International Buyers:
If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. The shipping quote provided is a global estimate only. The actual shipping cost will vary by country and postcode. Due to the distances and costs involved with shipping outside the UK, a returns policy is therefore not available for international buyers. Before placing your order(s) please make sure this is the item for you. We request payment by bank transfer (we do not accept payment via PayPal, credit or debit cards for international purchases). Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered to our shippers. The advertised price of the item does not include the shipping cost, sales tax, import duty or custom fees.
Important information regarding PayPal payment:
We only accept payment from fully verified PayPal account holders with confirmed addresses only. Items will only be sent to the confirmed address registered in PayPal. If you purchase an item and your address is not confirmed, your payment will be refunded and the purchase cancelled. It only takes a few moments to verify and confirm your PayPal details.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. CINOA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.
Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years. Yola Gray has a special interest in colonial furniture, specifically antique four poster beds. Yola Gray also provides a variety of fine English antique furniture, art and fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.
Please visit the Yola Gray website at for further items and information.
Ref. 78290
SellerYola Gray Antiques
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Yola Gray Antiques
Unit 4, Organsdale Farm
Kelsall,
Tarporley
Cheshire
CW6 0SR
Tel : 01829 458 070
Non UK callers : +44 1829 458 070
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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.
Dimensions:
Height = 3.5cm / 1⅜”
Width = 63.5cm / 25” / 2ft 1”
Depth = 49cm / 19¼” / 1ft 7¼”
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.
Price:
The price for this item is £450, which includes free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland and free 14-day returns.
Customer Service:
We offer customer satisfaction through the following services:
• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland
• Free 14 Day Returns
• Full money back assurance
• Worldwide shipping
• Full insurance of items in transit
Further Information:
For more information or photographs please email or call us.
Office: 01829 458 070
Julian: 07960 738 212
Yola: 07971 882 567
Customers outside the UK should call:
Office: 00 44 1829 458 070
Julian: 00 44 7960 738 212
Yola: 00 44 7971 882 567
Email: info@yolagray.com
Free UK Delivery:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands. If you live in one of the areas where we do not offer free delivery, please contact us for a delivery quote before purchasing the item. Delivery will be made by our specialised antique furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries.
Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks depending on location we aim to deliver the majority of items within 2 weeks. All items are professionally packaged and fully insured in transit therefore, we can assure you, your items will be securely protected in transit and arrive safely with you.
Once you have purchased an item, we will contact you by email and/or telephone and provide you with a provisional delivery date, in order for you to confirm if it is suitable for you. Once you have confirmed you can accept delivery on the provisional delivery date, we will book the delivery in with our shippers and it then becomes a confirmed delivery date.
We will also provide you with our shippers' contact details, in case you need to contact the driver on the day of delivery. It's helpful if you can provide us with both the landline and mobile telephone number, in case the driver cannot reach you on one of the numbers on the day of delivery, they can contact you on your alternative number.
In order to be able to offer you free delivery, it is based on a 1-man delivery only. For any large items that require 2 people to lift the item, we ask that you are available at the time of delivery to be able to give our shipper a lift off the van and into your house with the item. If you are not able to lift items yourself, we ask that you have someone on hand at the time of delivery to assist our shipper with lifting the item.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We will collect returns using our own specialist furniture delivery company. We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit). This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.
UK Buyer Payment:
For UK buyers, we accept cash on collection or delivery cheque, credit card, BACS (free bank to bank transfer) or PayPal. Payment is requested within 5 days of the sale. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.
International Buyers:
If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. The shipping quote provided is a global estimate only. The actual shipping cost will vary by country and postcode. Due to the distances and costs involved with shipping outside the UK, a returns policy is therefore not available for international buyers. Before placing your order(s) please make sure this is the item for you. We request payment by bank transfer (we do not accept payment via PayPal, credit or debit cards for international purchases). Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered to our shippers. The advertised price of the item does not include the shipping cost, sales tax, import duty or custom fees.
Important information regarding PayPal payment:
We only accept payment from fully verified PayPal account holders with confirmed addresses only. Items will only be sent to the confirmed address registered in PayPal. If you purchase an item and your address is not confirmed, your payment will be refunded and the purchase cancelled. It only takes a few moments to verify and confirm your PayPal details.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. CINOA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.
Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years. Yola Gray has a special interest in colonial furniture, specifically antique four poster beds. Yola Gray also provides a variety of fine English antique furniture, art and fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.
Please visit the Yola Gray website at for further items and information.
Ref. 78290
Price
Arrange a final price and delivery details directly with the dealer
Click here to message the seller The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 21/NOV/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Free delivery to anywhere in mainland England, Wales & Southern Scotland
DimensionsHeight = 3.5cm / 1⅜”
Width = 63.5cm / 25” / 2ft 1”
Depth = 49cm / 19¼” / 1ft 7¼”
Category Antique Furnishings
Date 1870
Mid Victorian Antiques Material Papier Mache
Origin English
Condition 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.
Item code as236a2922 / 78290
Status For Sale
£450.00
$567.81
€540.23
$567.81
€540.23
Looking to Buy?
Payment with PayPal is availableArrange a final price and delivery details directly with the dealer
Click here to message the seller
Conversion rates as of 21/NOV/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Free delivery to anywhere in mainland England, Wales & Southern Scotland
View all stock from
Yola Gray Antiques
Kelsall,
Tarporley
Cheshire
CW6 0SR
Tel : 01829 458 070
Non UK callers : +44 1829 458 070
Get directions to Yola Gray Antiques
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