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Style: Primitive
Early 20th Century Japanese Tray
Located in Chicago, IL
A chic and modern-in-spirit early 20th century Japanese hand-carved wooden tray of rectangular form raised on two runners, and with a circular convex bowl in the center. There are several knife marks on one side making us believe that this was used in the kitchen. Today its perfect for catching your keys, pocket change...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Primitive Platters and Serveware

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Wood

Early 20th Century Japanese Tray
Early 20th Century Japanese Tray

Early 20th Century Japanese Tray

$1,250
Anatolian Clay Serving Bowl, Vintage Turkish Earthenware, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Add a touch of Anatolian heritage to your home with this Natural Patina Anatolian Clay Serving Bowl. Handcrafted in the 20th century, this vintage Turkish earthenware piece features ...
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1940s Turkish Vintage Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Clay

Anatolian Clay Serving Bowl, Vintage Turkish Earthenware, 20th Century
Anatolian Clay Serving Bowl, Vintage Turkish Earthenware, 20th Century

Anatolian Clay Serving Bowl, Vintage Turkish Earthenware, 20th Century

$480
French Henriot Quimper Faience Statue of Virgin Mary & St. Anne
By Henriot Quimper
Located in Winter Park, FL
A Henriot Quimper French faience statue of Saint Anne and the young Virgin Mary. Polychrome enameled earthenware, hand-painted in blue, brown and yellow. Titled at the base and marke...
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Early 20th Century French Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Faience

French Henriot Quimper Faience Statue of Virgin Mary & St. Anne
French Henriot Quimper Faience Statue of Virgin Mary & St. Anne

French Henriot Quimper Faience Statue of Virgin Mary & St. Anne

$500
19th Century English Sycamore Treen Bowl
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic 19th century English sycamore treen bowl with simple incised line decorations around the rim and on the interior bottom of the bowl.
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19th Century English Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

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Sycamore

19th Century English Sycamore Treen Bowl
19th Century English Sycamore Treen Bowl

19th Century English Sycamore Treen Bowl

$425
Rustic Wooden Tray, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved from a large length of northern elmwood, this primitive tray charms with its humble rustic finish and simple form. Marked with use and traces of ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Primitive Platters and Serveware

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Elm

Rustic Wooden Tray, c. 1900
Rustic Wooden Tray, c. 1900

Rustic Wooden Tray, c. 1900

$880
Carved Solid Wood Tray Made of Wenge
Located in New York, NY
Long oval shape with small two-tiered diamond motif in bands around the edges.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

Carved Solid Wood Tray Made of Wenge
Carved Solid Wood Tray Made of Wenge

Carved Solid Wood Tray Made of Wenge

$1,200
Large Rustic Chinese Tray, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved from pine, this hundred-year-old tray made in northern China charms with its rustic character and simple shape. Marked with use and distinguished by t...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Elm

Large Rustic Chinese Tray, c. 1900
Large Rustic Chinese Tray, c. 1900

Large Rustic Chinese Tray, c. 1900

$880
American Provincial Country Primitive Yellow Pottery Ceramic Wash Basin Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Provincial country primitive yellow pottery ceramic wash basin bowl. Circa 19th century. Measurements: 5" H x 13" W x 11.5" D.
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19th Century Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Pottery

American Provincial Country Primitive Yellow Pottery Ceramic Wash Basin Bowl
American Provincial Country Primitive Yellow Pottery Ceramic Wash Basin Bowl

American Provincial Country Primitive Yellow Pottery Ceramic Wash Basin Bowl

$125
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19th Century French Hand Painted Faience Jardiniere Signed Henriot Quimper
By Henriot Quimper
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a buffet or table with this colorful antique faience jardiniere. Crafted in Brittany, France, circa 1880, the oval planter features crown shaped scalloped edges and is dress...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

19th Century French Hand Painted Faience Jardiniere Signed Henriot Quimper
19th Century French Hand Painted Faience Jardiniere Signed Henriot Quimper

19th Century French Hand Painted Faience Jardiniere Signed Henriot Quimper

$775
H 5 in W 11.25 in D 7.75 in
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The original burgundy lacquer f...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

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Wood, Lacquer

Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850

Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850

$288
H 1.25 in W 8.25 in D 8.25 in
French Faience Server Platter Oyster Henriot Quimper Circa 1900
By Henriot Quimper
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Server platter Oyster signed Henriot Quimper circa 1900.  
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Early 1900s French Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Faience

French Faience Server Platter Oyster Henriot Quimper Circa 1900
French Faience Server Platter Oyster Henriot Quimper Circa 1900

French Faience Server Platter Oyster Henriot Quimper Circa 1900

$850
H 1.4 in Dm 13 in
Collection of 7 20th century silver plate trays
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Here we have a collection of 7 silver plated trays dating from 1920 to 1950. 2 circular, 4 oval and 1 tray rectangular. Some minor plate loss and marks.. Please see individual pic...
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Mid-20th Century English Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Collection of 7 20th century silver plate trays
Collection of 7 20th century silver plate trays

Collection of 7 20th century silver plate trays

$1,964 / set
H 30 in W 18 in D 2 in
Mid-Century Modern Taverneau Serving Tray by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage serving platter tray designed by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor, circa 1960's. This solid piece is made out of Taverneau wood and features ...
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1960s Haitian Vintage Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Reed, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Taverneau Serving Tray by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor
Mid-Century Modern Taverneau Serving Tray by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor

Mid-Century Modern Taverneau Serving Tray by Arthur Umanoff for Raymor

$325
H 0.75 in W 13 in D 11.75 in
19th Century English Papier Mâché Tray
Located in San Francisco, CA
A beautifully hand-painted and gilt paper mâché tray depicting a young Queen Victoria inside the coach (note the initials VR on the coach door).
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19th Century English Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

19th Century English Papier Mâché Tray
19th Century English Papier Mâché Tray

19th Century English Papier Mâché Tray

$1,485
H 2.25 in W 25.75 in D 19.25 in
Marble Tray Marquina Color with Leather Straps, Large
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Marble trays with leather straps and brass bottom reinforcement. Leather tips on the legs to avoid scratching surfaces. Marble is a non-foliated m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Marble

Marble Tray Marquina Color with Leather Straps, Large
Marble Tray Marquina Color with Leather Straps, Large

Marble Tray Marquina Color with Leather Straps, Large

$1,867 / item
H 2.7 in W 26.2 in D 15.7 in
Carl Auböck Model #3431 'Knopferl' Brass Tray
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck model #3431 'Knopferl' brass tray. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural Viennese tray is executed in patinated and p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Carl Auböck Model #3431 'Knopferl' Brass Tray
Carl Auböck Model #3431 'Knopferl' Brass Tray

Carl Auböck Model #3431 'Knopferl' Brass Tray

$372 / item
H 0.8 in W 5.2 in D 3 in
French Faience Plate Henriot Quimper, circa 1930
By Henriot Quimper
Located in Austin, TX
A French faience plate with a farmer in the costume with flowers signed Henriot Quimper, circa 1950. Colorful yellow border and blue lines.  
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1950s French Vintage Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Faience

French Faience Plate Henriot Quimper, circa 1930
French Faience Plate Henriot Quimper, circa 1930

French Faience Plate Henriot Quimper, circa 1930

$150
H 1 in Dm 8 in
English 19th Century Japanned Lacquer Tray
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A stunning papier mache tray from England, 19th century, with “Japanned” black lacquer and parcel gilt illustrations covering the surface. The tray is glowing from the intricate depi...
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19th Century English Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Lacquer, Paint, Paper

English 19th Century Japanned Lacquer Tray
English 19th Century Japanned Lacquer Tray

English 19th Century Japanned Lacquer Tray

$1,200
H 22.63 in W 29.88 in D 1.25 in
19th Century Regency Solid Silver Magnificent Salver Tray, J Hayne, circa 1827
By Jonathan Hayne
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century rare and exceptional George IV solid silver salver tray with cast border, large size and extremely heavy gauge, of shaped-circular form with applied cast border ...
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19th Century English Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Regency Solid Silver Magnificent Salver Tray, J Hayne, circa 1827
19th Century Regency Solid Silver Magnificent Salver Tray, J Hayne, circa 1827

19th Century Regency Solid Silver Magnificent Salver Tray, J Hayne, circa 1827

$7,444
H 2.45 in Dm 18.51 in
Serving Tray, 19th Century English in Papier Mâché
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century English papier mâché serving tray with an exquisitely hand painted scene of a stylized bird, floral bouquet and rococo bordering with lacquered finish. Perfect for servi...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Paper

Serving Tray, 19th Century English in Papier Mâché
Serving Tray, 19th Century English in Papier Mâché

Serving Tray, 19th Century English in Papier Mâché

$1,240
H 1 in W 32 in D 25 in
Previously Available Items
Large French Dark Wooden Serving Board, Cutting Board
Located in Rümmingen, BW
Shipping Note: If your region or country is not listed under the shipping options, don't hesitate to get in touch with us directly. on offer is this very large French dark wood serving board...
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Mid-20th Century French Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Large French Dark Wooden Serving Board, Cutting Board
Large French Dark Wooden Serving Board, Cutting Board

Large French Dark Wooden Serving Board, Cutting Board

H 0.79 in W 16.15 in D 32.29 in
Collection of Antique Italian Cutting Boards
Located in Atlanta, GA
Amazing collection of antique Italian cutting boards in various woods, shapes, and sizes. 19th century. Set of eight.
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19th Century Italian Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

Collection of Antique Italian Cutting Boards
Collection of Antique Italian Cutting Boards

Collection of Antique Italian Cutting Boards

H 36 in W 24 in D 1 in
Large Swedish Rustic Trencher Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Large Swedish rustic trencher bowl, hand-carved in beech. Dates to 19th century.
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

Large Swedish Rustic Trencher Bowl
Large Swedish Rustic Trencher Bowl

Large Swedish Rustic Trencher Bowl

H 7.75 in W 34.5 in D 15.75 in
18th Century American Turned Wood Platter
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible 18th century American turned wood platter with a wide rim, wonderful incised lines on the exterior, an old repair, and a weathered pa...
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18th Century American Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

18th Century American Turned Wood Platter
18th Century American Turned Wood Platter

18th Century American Turned Wood Platter

H 2.5 in W 26.5 in D 24.5 in
18th Century American Turned Wood Platter
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible 18th century American turned wood platter with a wide rim, wonderful incised lines on the exterior, an old repair, and a weathered pa...
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18th Century American Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

18th Century American Turned Wood Platter
18th Century American Turned Wood Platter

18th Century American Turned Wood Platter

H 2.5 in W 26.5 in D 24.5 in
19th Century Carved Burl Wood Tray
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible 19th century carved burl wood tray with a rustic live edge with shallow lip, a well worn finish, and a small hole at one side. The finish ...
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19th Century British Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Burl

19th Century Carved Burl Wood Tray
19th Century Carved Burl Wood Tray

19th Century Carved Burl Wood Tray

H 1.5 in Dm 16.5 in
Hand-Carved Lazy Susan
Located in Houston, TX
Hand-carved Lazy Susan from large 19th century primitive shallow wooden bowl mounted on a recent swivel base.
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19th Century Asian Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal

Hand-Carved Lazy Susan
Hand-Carved Lazy Susan

Hand-Carved Lazy Susan

H 4 in W 30 in D 30.25 in
Large Antique Wooden Platter
Located in New York City, NY
Very large hand-carved wooden platter with beautiful patina, could be great as a wall hanging or on display on a table.
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Early 19th Century Unknown Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

Large Antique Wooden Platter
Large Antique Wooden Platter

Large Antique Wooden Platter

H 2 in Dm 34.5 in
Antique French Tole Tray
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very decorative antique French handled tray depicting a sword wielding soldier on a charging horse. In very good, all original condition, with vivid paint and all-over fine age pat...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal

Antique French Tole Tray
Antique French Tole Tray

Antique French Tole Tray

H 3 in W 15.75 in D 13.5 in
Set of Edwardian Pine Trays
Located in Culver City, CA
Metal bound trays from the pottery workshops in Stoke on Trent.
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Early 1900s English Antique Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Iron

Set of Edwardian Pine Trays
Set of Edwardian Pine Trays

Set of Edwardian Pine Trays

H 6 in W 23.5 in D 23 in

Primitive platters and serveware for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Primitive platters and serveware for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage platters and serveware created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Primitive platters and serveware made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and China pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for platters and serveware differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $125 and tops out at $1,250 while the average work can sell for $880.

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