Two Decorated Toleware Trays

Early 20th century, gilt and painted metal, to include a Chippendale style form with exotic bird and floral basket decoration (22 1/2 x 28 1/4 in.), and a octagonal form waiter's tray with integral double handles, having fruit still life within gilt borders (21 x 30 1/2 in.). Both unmarked.

From the Estate of the late Ginny Marcos of Whimsy Antiques, Connecticut

Areas of paint loss and scattered craquelure, some areas with associated touch up repair.