Serving tray - Metal - Ottoman Metal Tray
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Ottoman Metal Tray from Plovdiv, Bulgaria, a large engraved metal tray with an owner inscription dated 1329, diameter 60 cm, circa 1910–1920, in good condition with patina and signs of aging.
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Title
Large Late Ottoman / Islamic Engraved Metal Tray – Owner Inscription & Date 1329 – 60 cm
Description
Large antique engraved metal tray, diameter 60 cm, acquired in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
The tray features traditional hand-engraved geometric decoration and an Arabic / Ottoman-style inscription. The inscription appears to mention an owner, possibly reading approximately: “Owner and possessor, Haji Mehmed / Muhammad Omar Efendi, year 1329.”
The date 1329 is likely written according to the Islamic / Ottoman calendar system, placing the object around the late Ottoman period / early 20th century.
The piece has a strong decorative presence, with visible age patina, oxidation, surface wear, old marks, dents and signs of use. The reverse side shows heavy patina and oxidation, consistent with age and long-term use.
The material appears to be copper or mixed metal with a tinned / silver-coloured surface, but it has not been tested, therefore it is not sold as silver.
A highly decorative and collectible piece of Ottoman / Islamic metalwork, suitable for collectors of Middle Eastern, Balkan, Ottoman or Oriental decorative arts.
Details
Object: large engraved tray
Style: Ottoman / Islamic / Oriental
Material: metal, probably copper or mixed metal with tinned surface
Diameter: 60 cm
Inscription: Arabic / Ottoman-style script
Date on object: 1329
Origin of purchase: Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Condition: antique condition, with patina, oxidation, dents, scratches, wear and age-related marks
Condition note
Please see all photos carefully. The tray shows visible age wear, patina, oxidation, surface marks and old dents. These are part of the character and history of the object.
Title
Large Late Ottoman / Islamic Engraved Metal Tray – Owner Inscription & Date 1329 – 60 cm
Description
Large antique engraved metal tray, diameter 60 cm, acquired in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
The tray features traditional hand-engraved geometric decoration and an Arabic / Ottoman-style inscription. The inscription appears to mention an owner, possibly reading approximately: “Owner and possessor, Haji Mehmed / Muhammad Omar Efendi, year 1329.”
The date 1329 is likely written according to the Islamic / Ottoman calendar system, placing the object around the late Ottoman period / early 20th century.
The piece has a strong decorative presence, with visible age patina, oxidation, surface wear, old marks, dents and signs of use. The reverse side shows heavy patina and oxidation, consistent with age and long-term use.
The material appears to be copper or mixed metal with a tinned / silver-coloured surface, but it has not been tested, therefore it is not sold as silver.
A highly decorative and collectible piece of Ottoman / Islamic metalwork, suitable for collectors of Middle Eastern, Balkan, Ottoman or Oriental decorative arts.
Details
Object: large engraved tray
Style: Ottoman / Islamic / Oriental
Material: metal, probably copper or mixed metal with tinned surface
Diameter: 60 cm
Inscription: Arabic / Ottoman-style script
Date on object: 1329
Origin of purchase: Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Condition: antique condition, with patina, oxidation, dents, scratches, wear and age-related marks
Condition note
Please see all photos carefully. The tray shows visible age wear, patina, oxidation, surface marks and old dents. These are part of the character and history of the object.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Specific region of origin
plovdiv
Title additional information
Ottoman Metal Tray
Material
Metal
Country of origin
Bulgaria
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
60 cm
Diameter
60 cm
Width
60 cm
Depth
60 cm
Estimated period
1910-1920
