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Stunning Baroque Double Handled Tray

Stunning Baroque Double Handled Tray

Regular price $90.00 USD
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The most popular pattern ever created by Wallace is this one, Baroque! Created by William S. Warren, the pattern celebrates the rich artistry of the Baroque period, with Warren drawing on his knowledge of Renaissance and Baroque styles to shape each piece. Known for its lavish flourishes, detailed florals, and elegant beading, making Grande Baroque an enduring and highly sought-after collectible.

Beautiful! This tray reminds me of a piece of jewelry. It is gleaming, and I can just imagine it being piled high with sandwiches or treats at your holiday gathering. A part of the newer collection of Wallace's Baroque line, this one has the same beautiful handles that surround a more modern tray. I love that the handles dip down into the bowl like a bleeding heart. I also really like that the tray has a lip that comes up about 2" making it perfect to serve food that is a little more substantial. It is 19.5" x 17" and in very good condition with some scratches on the center to the silverplate. These will be covered by whatever you are serving so I wouldn't worry too much about them.

Interesting History of Wallace Silver

Robert Wallace, born on November 13, 1815, in Prospect, Connecticut, was the son of James and Irene Wallace, Scottish immigrants who arrived in the U.S. in the late 18th century. Growing up in a farming family, Robert received a basic education typical of the time. Despite these modest beginnings, he would go on to become a significant figure in American silver craftsmanship.

At age 16, Wallace began his apprenticeship with Captain William Mix, a skilled spoon maker who worked for the Meriden Britannia Company, then one of the Northeast's leading cutlery and hollowware manufacturers. A Meriden Britannia apprenticeship was highly coveted, and Wallace's time with Captain Mix gave him valuable skills in silverwork. Once he had learned the trade, Wallace left his apprenticeship, bought an old gristmill, and set up a small silver shop in 1833 where he focused initially on producing silver spoons.

A key turning point came when Wallace encountered a nickel alloy spoon known as German silver in New York City. Made by Dixon and Sons of Sheffield, England, this durable alloy fascinated Wallace, who then purchased the formula for $20 from chemist Dr. Louis Feuchtwanger. This investment enabled Wallace to produce America’s first German silver, marking the beginning of a new era in American silver manufacturing and securing his legacy as an industry innovator.

 

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