Fauna Aqua Green Handpainted Iron Tray
$160 / item
Fauna Aqua Green Handpainted Iron Tray
By Les Ottomans
Located in Milan, IT
Ikat handpainted iron tray
2010s Italian Tray Tables
Iron
$160 / item
Fauna Aqua Green Handpainted Iron Tray
By Les Ottomans
Located in Milan, IT
Ikat handpainted iron tray
Iron
Tutti Frutti Tray in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Tutti Frutti Tray in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Forget the Maharajas’ necklace; these brass beauties are a cocktail of reinvention. Semi-precious stones, once adorning royalty, now...
Brass
Harihar Bronze Tray Table Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Harihar Tray Table Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Changing ownership over the course of history- from the Marathas to the Sultanates and then Mughals, Maharashtra’s Harihar F...
Brass
Harihar Bronze Tray Table Tall in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Harihar Bronze Tray Table Tall in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Changing ownership over the course of history- from the Marathas to the Sultanates and then Mughals, Maharashtra’s Hari...
Brass
Baoli Tray Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Baoli Tray Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal The mystery of life is that one ends up left by going right, up by going down, and outwards by looking in...
Brass
Documented Art Deco Spiral Cubist Eglomise White, Cream & Black Detailed Tray
Located in New York, NY
This documented Art Deco tray, crafted in America circa 1935, is a testament to the era's bold design language and attention to form. Its defining feature is a spiral Cubist églomisé...
Enamel, Nickel
BOMBAY CO. - Vintage Faux Bamboo Butler's Tray Table Base - U.S. - Circa 1990's
Located in Chatham, ON
THE BOMBAY COMPANY - Vintage faux bamboo tray table base (can also serve as a luggage rack) - hardwood frame (likely beech or birch) with a mahogany st...
Faux Leather, Faux Bamboo
Early 20th Century French Hand Painted Tole Tray Table With Removable Trays
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This early twentieth century French tole tray table is painted yellow with black detailing. Its two removable trays feature central lyre motifs and are detailed with a leaf motif. Ea...
Tin
$2,088Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Butler's Serving Table, English, Afternoon Tea Tray On Stand, Art Deco
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage butler's serving table. An English, mahogany afternoon tea tray on stand in Georgian revival taste, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930. Charming Art Deco se...
Mahogany
Vintage Small Wooden Florentine Gilt Tray, Italy 1950s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Amazing Smal Italian Florentine tray. Manufactured in Florence, Italy. Hand-painted in gold and brown shades. Wooden tray is in a good condit...
Wood
$1,149 / item
Cream Shagreen Tray by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The melting tray comes in two sizes and two color variants. This listing is for the medium size in cream shagreen...
Brass
Bar Trolley in Coal Black Shagreen with 3 Removable Trays by Kifu, Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Moorish Inlaid Six-Legged Folding Side Table and Brass Tray Top.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Moorish Inlaid Six-Legged Folding Side Table and Brass Tray Top. The inlay work makes this folding tray an exceptional handmade side table. A hand carved turned wood base of 6 legs ...
Brass
Shagreen Tray with Dark Wood Handles by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Bar Trolley in Cream Shagreen with 3 Removable Trays by Kifu, Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Kifu Paris bar trolley in cream...
Brass
Leather Tray ALINEA by ARIA HOME - Rectangular Large A - Color: Wine
By Aria Home
Located in Curitiba, Parana
A classic that endures. The ALINEA Collection embodies the essence of Aria Home: classic trays with refined finishes, designed to move effortlessly across spaces and styles. Its si...
Leather
$2,045 / item
Phorma Small Rectangular Set of Trays
By Giobagnara
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Phorma wooden trays collection, this sophisticated set features a series of trays in walnut wood with a leather lining that fit into each other. The wood finish can be we...
Leather, Walnut
Harihar Tray Table Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Harihar Tray Table Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Changing ownership over the course of history- from the Marathas to the Sultanates and then Mughals, Maharashtra’s Harihar Fo...
Brass
Shagreen Tray with Mix Inlay Pattern Including Shell and Brass by Kifu, Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. A Classic oval vanity tray revisited; this Kifu Paris nautical-striped pattern tray is inlaid in a mixture of coal black shagreen, black shell, and bronze-patina brass, making for a stunning tabletop piece in any space. The frame is inlaid in bronze-patina brass. Available in other finishes and a rectangle shape. The dimensions of this piece are 15.75 x 7.75 x 0.78" All Kifu Paris pieces are handmade by artisans, ultimately making each piece unique. Custom color/sizing available on request. Wipe clean with soft dry cloth. Although inspired by her parents, her collection of Home Accessories and Furniture is a distinct identity of its own. Kifu uses handmade techniques of elaborate inlay patterns...
Brass
Shagreen Tray with Mix Inlay Pattern Including Shell and Brass by Kifu, Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. A Classic oval vanity tray revisited; this Kifu Paris geometric tray is inlaid in a mixture of blue shagreen, black shell, lemurian quartz...
Brass
$720Sale Price|77% Off
Mughal Empire Antique Brass Tray Table with Wooden Folding Stand
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-480 Mughal Empire antique brass tray with later date carved wooden folding stand. Brass top is decorated with repousse foliate and floral motif. Tray...
Brass
$1,980 / item
Palazzo Valet Tray
By Giobagnara
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Phorma wooden trays collection, this sophisticated set features a series of trays in walnut wood with a leather lining that fit into each other. The wood finish can be We...
Travertine
Shagreen Tray with Mix Inlay Pattern including Shell and Brass by Kifu, Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Bar Trolley in Black Pen Shell with 3 Removable Trays by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Oval Tray in Coal Black Shagreen with Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Circular Cosmos Tray in Cream Shagreen, White Shell and Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
French Midcentury Bamboo Folding Tray Table, Lacquered Wood, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
French Midcentury Bamboo Folding Tray Table, Lacquered Wood, 1970s Beautiful side table with removable tray, made in France in the 1950s. The tray and table legs are made of lacquer...
Bamboo, Wicker
English oval mahogany standing rim tray with brass handles, c. 1850-1900
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Oval standing rim mahogany tea tray with applied cast brass standing bail handles. England, circa 1850-70.
Brass
Georgian Mahogany Rectangular Tray On Stand
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Superbly Figured And Good Quality George III Period Mahogany Rectangular Butlers Tray, Having Attractively Shaped Sides With Elegant Pierced Carrying Handles, Raised On Square Cham...
Mahogany
$270Sale Price|40% Off
Mid Century Adjustable Wicker Bed Breakfast Tray
Located in Waxahachie, TX
1970s Neiman Marcus wicker breakfast tray. Same kind used in the movie Trading Places. Wicker and wood breakfast or bed tray. A fantastic piece ...
Wicker
20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Style Lacquered and Gilt Tole Tray Table
Located in Doylestown, PA
Italian Chinoiserie style black lacquered tole tray table with folding ebonized wood base. It features a delightful, intricately hand-painted design with butterflies and flowers in g...
Metal
Art Deco Chrome Folding Tray with Triangular Walnut Handle
Located in New York, NY
Exuding modernist charm and functional ingenuity, this Art Deco folding tray is a stylish example of streamlined industrial design crafted in Ame...
Chrome
Antique English Tole Tea Tray with Diapered Reserves & Rolled Rim, 1840
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Rectangular tole tea tray with rolled rim painted with diapered reserves and pierced on the narrow ends with handle grips. England, circa 1840.
Enamel, Tin
19th Century English Tiger Oak Butler's Tray Table
Located in Louisville, KY
This rare tiger oak Butler's Tray with folding base, leather stand-straps and iron corners is a stunning example of smart functionality and beautiful design. This sturdy and uniquely...
Iron
Vintage Bamboo and Woven Rattan Folding Butler Tray Stand, Coastal Campaign
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A charming vintage folding bamboo and woven rattan tray table that perfectly captures the relaxed sophistication of island, coastal, and Palm Beach design. Constructed with faux bam...
Metal
Art Deco Reverse Eglomise Blue & White Geometric Motif in Nickel & Bakelite Tray
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco tray, crafted in America circa 1935, is a striking example of the era’s sleek geometry and bold material contrasts. Its centerpiece is an exquisite reverse églomisé des...
Nickel
Moorish Moroccan Style Folding Brass Tray Drink Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome middle eastern Moroccan style brass top drinks table or tray table featuring a weathered patina on the etched top. The six leg base has a hexagonal shape with mother-of-pear...
Brass
Art Deco Eglomise Cubist Graphic Geometric Motif Tray w/ Cream Lacquered Border
Located in New York, NY
The Art Deco tray, created circa 1935, is a striking encapsulation of the era’s fascination with bold geometric forms and modern elegance. Featuring an églomisé cubist graphic motif,...
Lacquer
Mid-Century Artists Trolley by Giovanni Pelis for Stile Neolt, 1970s
By Stile Neolt, Giovanni Pelis
Located in Hilversum, NL
This vintage art station, crafted in Italy during the 1970s, is a standout piece designed by Giovanni Pelis for Stile Neolt. Made from durable plastic and fiberglass, this trolley fe...
Plastic, Fiberglass
$1,250Sale Price|50% Off
Antique Ebony Tray Table with Glass Top- 3 Pieces
Located in Malibu, CA
19th century ebonized paper mâché tray which fits into the elegant wood tray table. The paper mache tray has gilt edges & mother of pearl inlay. There is an custom glass top, all...
Glass, Hardwood
Harihar Bronze Tray Table Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Harihar Bronze Tray Table Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Changing ownership over the course of history- from the Marathas to the Sultanates and then Mughals, Maharashtra’s Har...
Brass
$1,250Sale Price|24% Off
Danish Mid-Century "Model 4508" Teak Folding Tray Table by Fritz Hansen, 1950s
By Fritz Hansen, Willumsen & Engholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fritz Hansen's Model 4508 tray table represents one of the more inventive solutions to come out of the Danish Mid-Century furniture industry. The round teak tray features a raised li...
Teak
Large Vintage Butler's Tray Table, English, Serving Stand, Art Deco, Circa 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large vintage butler's tray table. An English, mahogany and brass drop-flap serving stand, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930. A highly versatile serving piece with ...
Brass
20th Century, Piero Fornasetti Brass and Metal Tray with Base
Located in Turin, Turin
Piero Fornasetti was an Italian painter, sculptor, decorator, and craftsman who used ornamental and pictorial motifs to decorate silk scarves, furniture, plates, vessels, and similar...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Hand Carved Alabaster Leaf Tray
Located in Miami, FL
Hand carved leaf tray made of Alabaster, 1970s.
Alabaster
Large Antique Brass Moroccan Oval Brass Tray 54 inches
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Large Massive Mid-Century Brass Moroccan Oval Brass Tray. Hand tooled etched very large Moroccan polished brass tray. This oval brass tray...
Brass
Oval Tray in Pen Shell with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kifu Paris Oval Tray in pen shell is an exquisite fusion of nature's brilliance and artisanal craftsmanship. The tray’s reflective pen shell surface creates a mesmerizing effect,...
Brass
Set of 7 Mid-Century Space Age Bowls and Tray Set from Emsa, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Space Age Bowls and Tray Set from Emsa, 1960s, Set of 7, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Mater...
Plastic
Large Moorish Arabic Brass Folding Tray Table, Spain 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Moorish Style Spanish brass repousse tray table on folding wooden turned stand, Spain, 1940s-1950s. This spanish table was handcrafted at the mid-20th ce...
Brass
$5,800
Venetian Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's Venetian mirror with etched flowers. Measurements: Height :34" Width :28" deep: 3"
Mirror
Serving Tray on a Folding Stand
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Palm Beach, FL
British colonial style serving tray with a removable top with a herringbone reed surface in a bamboo frame with brass handles on a mahogany folding base carved with a palm leaf motif...
Bamboo
Maison Baguès Attr. Cast Brass Faux Bamboo Handled Serving Drinks Tray 1950s
By Maison Jansen, Maison Baguès
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Maison Baguès attributed cast brass serving tray, perfect for entertaining with and carrying or displaying your favourite cocktails and drinks - perfect for the Hollywood Regency sty...
Brass
Moorish Islamic Brass Tray Table, Handcrafted in Spain, 1920s Design
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Islamic Moorish Spain brass repousse tray table on folding wooden carved teak legs. Moorish Islamic Brass tray Side Table Spain circa 1920s. The...
Brass
Fornasetti tray, fantastical hot air balloons c1950
By Fornasetti, Piero Fornasetti
Located in London, GB
Wonderful Piero Fornasetti original 1950s tray with fantastical hot air balloon motifs on red background. Hand painted, lithograph
Metal
1900's Faux Bamboo Folding Butler Tray
Located in Denton, TX
Faux Bamboo butler tray with ornate brass handles and folding stand. Circa 1900 made in England for garden parties and entertainment.
Burlap, Oak
21st Century Jane Serving Tray Handmade with Italian Leather
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Simple yet stylish. The rectangular wooden structure with round corners is covered with soft hand-stitched calfskin leather. Available in 4 different sizes, Jane tray has a non-sl...
Leather, Wood
Oval Tray in White Quartz with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kifu Paris Oval Tray is a masterpiece of luxurious craftsmanship, merging natural elegance with refined artistry. The tray's surface is crafted from pristine white quartz, with i...
Quartz, Brass
Moroccan Folding Tray Table in Brass and wood
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Traditional Moroccan Folding Tray Table, Brass, Wood, Morocco, 1940s-1950s. This moorish brass tray table features a round brass tray...
Brass
Rectangular Tray in Natural Cream Shagreen Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This elegant rectangular tray by R&Y Augousti is a stunning display of luxurious craftsmanship. With its sleek natural cream shagreen surface, it exudes sophistication, while the con...
Brass
Asian Etched Brass Tray Table on Four Leg Stand
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome mid-century modern tray table featuring an Asian inspired etched brass tray top. The tray is subtly incised or etched with a small vignette in the Asian motif. The edge of t...
Brass
The popularity of antique and vintage tray tables owes mostly to the 1950s, when the first TV dinners made their way into the freezers of American kitchens.
At a time when televisions were increasingly becoming fixtures in the living rooms of most homes in the United States, the tray table was impossibly convenient. With a deft merging of function and style, the table, positioned in front of your sofa or plush armchair, was a place to rest your Swanson-brand TV dinner, a compartmentalized supper issued on a disposable tray that required minimal preparation. The technological advances of the mid-century kitchen included programmable ovens, so TV dinners were quick and easy, particularly when home-cooked meals were out of the question.
When one had finished the last bite of this square meal, which was packed into sections that assumed various geometric shapes in their own partitioned aluminum tray, the tray table could be easily folded up and tucked away until needed again.
Eventually, designers took to exploring iterations of the widely loved tray table that would better suit household needs. Once a simple, foldable furnishing that was confined to use at mealtime, tray tables are now somewhat of a budget-friendly design staple for many households. Today, tray tables are as versatile as ever, and such a wide range has been manufactured over the years that you’re likely to find a good fit no matter what your furniture style preferences might be.
Tray tables are used as side tables, nightstands, a bar tray when your space won’t accommodate that handsome vintage bar cart you’ve been looking for and desks, particularly as many of us are working from home and especially when a modest-sized apartment won’t allow for larger tables.
Tray tables vary in style, shape and size. When looking for a tray table, you should measure accordingly and ensure that wherever it will land in your space there will be room around the table to allow for easy movement.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage tray tables that includes mid-century modern tray tables, Art Deco versions and more.