Sculpted Handle Tray in Soft Pewter Finish
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A vintage serving tray with sculpted handles and a soft pewter-like finish. The surface has mellowed gently over time, giving it a lived-in character that works beautifully for both serving and styling. The tray sits comfortably on a table, making it ideal for drinks, fruit or layered objects in a vignette. Serve oysters, fromage and Canapés, cakes and pastries - a wonderful kitchen companion. Imagine scattering your candles, hand soap and lotion in a powder room, or perfumes and make-up on a vanity. A versatile and expressive piece of mid-century design.
Listing is for one tray.
Edition 1 of 1.
Size
45 x 31cm
Material
Alloy with a pewter-like matte finish
Maker
Wilton Armetale began in Pennsylvania in the late 19th century and became known for its proprietary metal that mimics the look of antique pewter. Introduced in the mid 20th century, the Armetale alloy is a food safe material that resists tarnish and develops a soft, matte patina with age. The pewter-like finish and durable construction make their pieces enduring and collectible today.
Style
Made in the tradition of mid-century American tableware, this piece blends colonial revival curves with a more contemporary metal finish. The Armetale alloy was designed to echo the warmth of pewter while offering greater durability. A functional and sculptural piece with a lived-in, collected feel.
Provenance
USA, mid-late 20th Century
Condition
Lovely Condition - Gently aged with minor imperfections consistent with age and use. Retains full structural integrity and grace - a beautiful balance between preservation and patina. The metal has developed a mellow patina, giving the surface depth and a gentle shift in tone.
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Acquisition Note
These are not new items; their gentle imperfections, subtle marks, and rich patina are part of what make them unique and beautiful. Minor variations from the images may occur, reflecting each piece’s rich heritage, unless otherwise noted.
Easy Transparent Shipping
When you unlock the Cabinet, we want the experience to feel seamless. Every detail has been considered - including delivery - so your piece can travel from our hands to yours with care, and without hidden costs waiting after checkout.
For our Melbourne collectors, we offer The Cabinet Courier - a shared delivery route for those located within 20km of the Melbourne CBD.
When several pieces are bound for the same direction, we’ll select a day within the next two weeks to dispatch all orders together. We’ll be in touch to organise your delivery date, and on that day, the Cabinet will travel across the city - each piece carefully couriered from our hands to yours.
By joining The Cabinet Courier, you’re receiving an elegant and economical shipping option. The only requirement is a little flexibility and proximity - metropolitan Melbourne only, within 20km of the city. Please do not select this if you fall outside of these parameters.
Shipping Fees
A shipping price guide can be found here with approximate freight details that will be applied at checkout based on your location and depending upon weight and volume.
A Note on Character & Age
Each vintage and antique piece in our collection carries its own history - a quiet record of time, craftsmanship, and use. These are not new items; their gentle imperfections, subtle marks, and rich patina are part of what make them unique and beautiful.
We see these characteristics not as flaws, but as evidence of a life well-lived - the depth and texture that only age can bestow. Minor variations from the images may occur, reflecting each piece’s singular story. Unless otherwise stated, all sales are final.
Products, unless faulty cannot be returned, more information can be found here.
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