Late Victorian Arts & Crafts Oak Tray with Moulded Beech Edge and Turned Handles
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Every piece that passes through our workshop is one of a kind, with its own story and character and this one has found it's new forever home. You can browse our current antiques collection to find more characterful pieces like this.
An elegant and quietly refined late Victorian tray, crafted in solid oak with a gently moulded beech surround and a pair of turned timber handles set into aged brass brackets. The tray has been lightly restored in our studio, with care taken to preserve its surface markings and deepen the tone through traditional hand-finishing. The oak base carries a softly burnished grain, rich in warmth and texture, while the edge retains its original shape with a subtle undulation that speaks to its handmade origins.
Balanced in scale and weight, it works beautifully as a serving tray or as a grounding piece on a tabletop.
Dimensions
Width: 42.5 cm | Depth: 29 cm | Height: 2.5 cm
This piece is fully restored and ready to ship.
Our Restoration Work
Preserving Craft and Character
Restoration at Attica is shaped by respect for history and a commitment to integrity. Each stage is approached with care and appreciation, preserving the honesty of the antique while preparing it to endure for generations to come.
Sourcing the Piece
We select antiques from reputable sources and well-kept homes, dating each carefully and seeking out strong structures and remarkable features. Every choice is made with an eye for quality and potential, ensuring the piece can be restored with integrity.
Inspection and Cleaning
Each piece is examined thoroughly and cleaned with care, uncovering its history along with any issues hidden beneath the surface. This process reveals what must be preserved, what requires attention, and how best to respect the original work.
Structural Restoration
Where structure has weakened, we work with period timber and traditional methods, keeping each repair faithful to its time. Veneers and solid timber panels are restored where needed, ensuring the piece regains its strength without losing authenticity.
Contributing with Care
For some pieces, a gentle revival of the finish is all that is needed to bring their character back to life. Others invite a more considered touch, where carefully selected elements may be introduced to enrich the design. For pieces of historical or collectible significance, our approach is one of preservation, allowing their history to remain whole.
Finishing the Work
The process ends with patient finishing, where surfaces are carefully revived and protected in a way that honours the passage of time. Waxes and polishes are applied with restraint, preserving the subtle marks and character that speak of age. The result is furniture that carries its history forward with dignity, prepared to live on in a new space.
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