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Very Rare circa 1850 Chinese Hand-Carved Serving Tray with Snake Handles & Frog

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We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1850 hand-carved from a single piece of timber serving tray with snake handles chasing a frog A very good looking and exquisitely carved piece, the handles are made up of the snake's body and he appears to be circling the frog which will ultimately become lunch! A nice little-hidden meaning there on a piece designed for serving food The tray is carved from one solid piece of hardwood, it looks to be a wide grain Oak to me from the back. The finish is stunning, this piece deserves to be wall mounted as a piece of artwork Dimensions Height 39.5cm Width 64cm Depth 2cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point. This item is available for collection from our Wimbledon warehouses. Condition: Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description around condition Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of cracking creasing and wear, we recommend regular waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.56 in (39.5 cm)Width: 25.2 in (64 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Chippendale (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2823311920843
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