Tray
England
1800-1840
Measurements
1 in x 9-3/4 in x 3-5/8 in
Materials
Painted tinned sheet iron
Credit Line
Historic Odessa Foundation, gift of H. Rodney Sharp
Accession Number
1959.3695
Condition Notes
The outermost finish layer, probably clear or lightly toned, has coagulated or alligatored.
Provenance
Ex coll. H. Rodney Sharp
Comments
This narrow, flat-bottomed, ovoid tray is painted red with yellow and black striping, stylized vine ornament along the insides, and floral motifs at each slightly raised end. A yellow pinwheel, in-filled in a reddish-brown, decorates the center. The tray appears to have no dedicated purpose, other than to hold a variety of items, whether associated with eating, dressing, or writing.
