Embossed Aluminum serving tray with Pedastal

By Mrn9826, 15 September, 2008
Description

Beautiful embossed serving tray, with removable pedastal tray that sits in the middle. Both pieces have embossed roses on them, and the handles of the main tray has leaves embossed onto them. This pair has a "ruffle or flower tyoe shape to it. It is dated on the back as being from 1820. It is great condition, and I may consider selling it depending on what I can find out about its history.

Category
Metalware
Medium
I believe it to be embossed aluminum
Distinguishing marks
It says Farber and Alex Inc. 1820 on the back. Has embossed roses on both pieces.
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
approx. 12- 14 inches circumferance. molded in a "flower" type shape.
Date Period
1820
Weight
unknown
History
I havent been able to trace this company back to its original name on the back. I believe it may have been a company owned by Paul Farber. As far as I know this belonged to my Grandmother. It was passed down to me from my deceased mother.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
unknown
For Sale?
No

Mrn9826

16 years 10 months ago

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Lovejoy

16 years 10 months ago

Based on your description and the markings, it's highly unlikely this piece dates before the 1920's. The marking "1820" is simply a mold or model number, not a date. Markings that contain "Inc" for incorporated was seldom used until the 20th century. Such pieces often sell for less than $50.00.

 

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