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Edwardian English Silver Tortoiseshell Trinket / Vanity Tray by William Comyns

$3,225
£2,438.29
€2,845.33
CA$4,589.02
A$5,120.93GST Included
CHF 2,657.98
MX$56,369.53
NOK 31,290.94
SEK 31,187.09
DKK 21,276.49

About the Item

This Antique Edwardian Dressing Table / Vanity / Trinket Tray is a rare find and a fascinating piece of the early XX century history of England It features a tortoiseshell ground finely inlaid with silver piqué work in an elegant neoclassical design of garlands, bows, and classical medallions. The shaped rectangular form is bordered with a sterling silver gallery mount The style is characteristic of late Victorian to Edwardian vanity ware, reflecting refined classical revival taste and high-quality craftsmanship. Such trays were produced as part of luxury dressing table sets and are valued for their intricate piqué decoration and rich tortoiseshell material. Total item’s weight: 275gr. Dimensions: 28.5cm x 20.5cm The lift-out tray is in original beautiful condition & an ultimate collector’s item!
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  • Weight:
    275 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 8.08 in (205 mm)Length: 11.23 in (285 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
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  • Seller Location:
    MELBOURNE, AU
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3412229065442

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