{"product_id":"antique-french-silver-oval-tray-neoclassical-empire-style-foliate-border","title":"Antique French Silver Oval Tray Neoclassical Empire Style Foliate Border","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn elegant antique French silver oval tray showcasing the timeless refinement of Neoclassical Empire-style design. Beautifully proportioned, this distinctive piece features a raised border adorned with a repeating palmette motif, framed by delicate beaded detailing. The classical ornamentation is reminiscent of the decorative vocabulary found in Christofle’s celebrated Malmaison collection, although this piece is not attributed to Christofle. The tray’s graceful oval form and richly detailed border reflect the enduring influence of French decorative arts, combining understated elegance with beautiful craftsmanship. Beautifully suited to modern living, this petite oval tray makes an elegant addition to a vanity or dresser, perfectly sized to hold a treasured perfume bottle, favorite pieces of jewelry, or other small keepsakes. Equally lovely on a bedside table or incorporated into a thoughtfully curated vignette, it brings a touch of French elegance to everyday rituals.\u003cspan\u003eThe tray bears several partially worn hallmarks, including a diamond-shaped mark consistent with traditional French silversmiths’ marks. Originally sold by a reputable auction house as antique French silver, the piece is believed to be solid silver, possibly of .800 fineness. However, the silver content has not been independently verified, and the partially worn hallmarks do not permit a definitive identification of the maker, date, or silver purity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: France, attributed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod: Antique, exact date undetermined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle: French Neoclassical \/ Empire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eBelieved to be solid silver, possibly .800 fineness; unverified\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: Approximately 7 5\/8” × 3 1\/2”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: Approximately 190 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Beautifully preserved with age-appropriate surface wear, including fine scratches consistent with use and handling. Presents beautifully following polishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart of our thoughtfully curated Silver \u0026amp; Crystal Collection, celebrating the timeless beauty, craftsmanship, and art of gracious entertaining and gift giving.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wanderlust Brocante","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46470617006287,"sku":null,"price":507.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/8038\/8303\/files\/library-C2A0731B-D3BB-4046-B9C5-6866F998D344-L0-001.jpg?v=1794100532","url":"https:\/\/www.shoplilliangrey.com\/en-ca\/products\/antique-french-silver-oval-tray-neoclassical-empire-style-foliate-border","provider":"Lillian Grey","version":"1.0","type":"link"}