Trays Collection

Spices used in Thai food, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey - Large fig factory
The scale of the fig industry at Izmir is demonstrated in this postcard showing a huge warehouse with a multitude of baskets and workers

Chinchilla - baby in sand tray, bathing to help keep fur clean & soft
JD-16540 Chinchilla - baby in sand tray, bathing to help keep fur clean & soft. John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Birds design on lacquerware tray, Inle Lake, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Cafe, Port d Andratx, Mallorca, Spain, Europe

Tray of Turkish teas, Turkey, Eurasia

Food Served on a Flight
An Airline Steward and Air Hostess serve a roast meal to flight passengers

Asprey non-spill drink sets and trolleys advertisement, 1935
Advertisement for a variety of cocktail trays and trolleys from the luxury brand, Asprey, in chrome and glass, all of which have the nifty advantage of never spilling your drinks

A variety of Thai sweets, made from coconut cream, egg yolk and sweet tapioca, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey - Making Raisins
Drying grapes to make raisins for export at Izmir (Smyrna)

Hand holding a tray with Turkish tea, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Diwali sweet stall with stallholder and picture of the Hindu god, Hanuman, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina - A Street Fruit Seller. Date: circa 1908

Copper trays, Khan el-Khalili bazaar (Souk), Cairo, Egypt

Liverpool FC players try the local cuisine in New York & order a meal at a cafe near their hotel May 1964. l-r Ronnie Moran, Ian Callaghan, Gerry Byrne and Alan A Court

Trays of dried apricots for sale in an outdoor market, near Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan, Samarkand, Trays of dried apricots for sale in an outdoor market

Man removing peas from froster in Birds Eye factory
Man removing peas from a froster in Birds Eye factory. The peas have been quick-frozen, ready for storage at sub-zero temperature. Date: circa 1970s

Bomb damage in a London suburb, WW2
Bomb damage in a London suburb during the Second World War (23 August 1940). Bombs were dropped in the early hours of the morning

The Amateur Photographer (colour litho)
3094537 The Amateur Photographer (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Amateur Photographer. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

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Portugal, Tomar. The girls carry tabuleiros decorated with symbols of the Holy Spirit: a pigeon, the crown, 30 loaves of bread, paper flowers (generally field poppies) and corn

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Portugal, Tomar. The girls carry tabuleiros decorated with symbols of the Holy Spirit: a pigeon, the crown, 30 loaves of bread, paper flowers (generally field poppies) and corn

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Portugal, Tomar. The girls carry tabuleiros decorated with symbols of the Holy Spirit: a pigeon, the crown, 30 loaves of bread, paper flowers (generally field poppies) and corn

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Portugal, Tomar. The girls carry tabuleiros decorated with symbols of the Holy Spirit: a pigeon, the crown, 30 loaves of bread, paper flowers (generally field poppies) and corn

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Portugal, Tomar. Close-up of paper flowers lining the streets of Tomar during Festival of the Trays (Festa dos Tabuleiros)

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Portugal, Tomar. Close-up of paper flowers lining the streets of Tomar during Festival of the Trays (Festa dos Tabuleiros)

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Europe, Portugal, Tomar. A close up photo of the hand made paper flowers that are used for decorations during the Festa dos Tabuleiros (Festival of the Trays)

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Europe, Portugal, Tomar. A close up photo of the handmade paper flowers that are used for decorations during the Festa dos Tabuleiros (Festival of the Trays)

Table basse MB106, c. 1924 (mahogany) (see also 2657719)
2657718 Table basse MB106, c.1924 (mahogany) (see also 2657719) by Chareau, Pierre (1883-1950); 55.5x61.5x38 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Vase of flowers, 1640 (oil on panel)
5938287 Vase of flowers, 1640 (oil on panel) by Marellus, Jacob (1614-1681); 46.5x36.2 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; © Fitzwilliam Museum

A Trout-breeding Experiment in North-West India (engraving)
1040768 A Trout-breeding Experiment in North-West India (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Trout-breeding Experiment in North-West India)

Table basse MB106, c. 1924 (mahogany) (see also 2657718)
2657719 Table basse MB106, c.1924 (mahogany) (see also 2657718) by Chareau, Pierre (1883-1950); 55.5x61.5x38 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Barbados - Native Crockery Sellers. Date: circa 1904

Chinese Beauties at a Banquet, Japan, 1788 / 90. Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro
Chinese Beauties at a Banquet, Japan, 1788/90

Collection of seals in lacquer trays, c. 1820. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Collection of seals in lacquer trays, c. 1820

Mrs Beetons cookery book illustration, 1861 (print)
3781754 Mrs Beetons cookery book illustration, 1861 (print); (add.info.: Mrs Beetons cookery book - invalid trays (from 1 to 3): 1

Organized for maximum efficiency, A modern bakery (b / w photo)
6008246 Organized for maximum efficiency, A modern bakery (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Organized for maximum efficiency, A modern bakery)

A Dumb Waiter (engraving)
1053155 A Dumb Waiter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dumb Waiter, Bear Shot by Lord Suffield in Russia during the Marriage Festivities of the Duke of)

Drying Silk Cocoons in India
A silk factory in India, showing the latest and most approved method. Cocoons exposed in the sun in large flats trays to dry the silk and also kill the grub inside each cocoon. Date: late 1890s

Garden (colour litho)
5228936 Garden (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Garden. Illustration for The Object Painting Book by H Lynn and Others (Frederick Warne)

Engraved decorative jewel trays. Lithograph from a catalog of metal products manufactured by Wuerttemberg Metalware Factory, Geislingen, Germany, 1896

Levin Vincents collection of curiosities, illustration from
CHT209409 Levin Vincents collection of curiosities, illustration from Theatre de Merveilles de la Nature, c.1719 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Dutch School

The Army Service Corps (colour photo)
3096386 The Army Service Corps (colour photo) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Army Service Corps. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Women exchanging gossip (colour litho)
3094560 Women exchanging gossip (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women exchanging gossip. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Fish Culture at the Chateau d Orval, near Florenville, Belgium (engraving)
1624842 Fish Culture at the Chateau d Orval, near Florenville, Belgium (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fish Culture at the Chateau d Orval)

The Kaisers Visit to the Holy Land, the Turkish Band playing outside the Hotel Carmel, Haifa (engraving)
1063964 The Kaisers Visit to the Holy Land, the Turkish Band playing outside the Hotel Carmel, Haifa (engraving) by English School

Advert for Mappin & Webb tea & coffee service 1929
Seletion of three different style sterling silver tea and coffee service, with tea pot, sugar basin, cream jug, coffee pot, kettle and stand and tea tray. 1929

Nome Gods Bearing Offerings, c. 1391-1353 BC (painted limestone)
499536 Nome Gods Bearing Offerings, c.1391-1353 BC (painted limestone) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); 66x133 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Nome Gods Bearing Offerings, c. 1391-1353 BC (painted limestone)
499537 Nome Gods Bearing Offerings, c.1391-1353 BC (painted limestone) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); 66x133 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

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"Trays: A Journey of Flavors, Cultures, and Traditions" Embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the world of trays. From the vibrant spices used in Thai food to the bustling streets of Thailand, Southeast Asia beckons with its tantalizing flavors. In Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey, a large fig factory stands proudly, producing succulent fruits that find their way onto trays around the globe. Meanwhile, in Chinchilla, adorable babies indulge in sand tray baths to keep their fur clean and soft. Marvel at the intricate bird designs adorning lacquerware trays from Inle Lake in Myanmar (Burma), where craftsmanship meets artistry. And while sipping coffee at a cozy cafe in Port d'Andratx, Mallorca, let your thoughts wander through Europe's rich history. Travel back to 1935 when Asprey introduced non-spill drink sets and trolleys through an enticing advertisement that captured hearts worldwide. Witness artisans skillfully making raisins in Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey - a testament to centuries-old traditions passed down through generations. Indulge your senses with a tray of Turkish teas from Eurasia or experience Istanbul's charm as you witness a hand delicately holding a tray adorned with steaming cups of tea - truly an iconic image. Onboard flights across continents, trays become vessels for delectable meals served high above the clouds. Taste exotic delights like Thai sweets made from coconut cream, egg yolk, and sweet tapioca or visit Diwali sweet stalls honoring Hindu gods like Hanuman and can more than just functional objects; they encapsulate cultures and stories within their surfaces. So next time you encounter one on your journey or even at home - take a moment to appreciate its significance beyond mere utility.