Antique Cartographer's Serving Tray, English, Platter, European Map, Edwardian

Our Stock # 25688

This is an antique cartographer's serving tray. An English, drinks platter with inlaid map of South East Europe, dating to the Edwardian period, and earlier, circa 1910.

• A fascinating example, with a 17th century atlas excerpt mounted beneath glass
• Crafted in the Edwardian period from oak with deep caramel hues
• Dressed to the base with a protective emerald green baize
• Pair of carry handles for ease of moving from the kitchen to the drawing room or lounge
  
  
• Mounted atlas excerpt as published by Johannes Janssonius circa 1660
• Depicts the ancient Dacia and Moesia regions, with Latin annotation
• In the modern age, the map corresponds with Romania, Bulgaria and surrounding regions
  
  
• Engraved in fine detail by Petrus Kaerius (1571- 1646), a Flemish publisher and globe maker
• Hand coloured borders and incidental detail enhances the appealing map
• Replete with mountain ranges, rivers and information panel for further detail

This is a superb antique cartographer's serving tray, a distinctive addition to the drawing room or lounge of an avid map collector or traveller to the region. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 58cm (22.75'')
Max Depth: 43cm (17'')
Max Height: 3cm (1.25'')

Internal Width: 51.5cm (20.25'')
Internal Depth: 40cm (15.75'')
Internal Height: 15cm (6'')