On offer is a well-crafted, Scandinavian MCM, solid teak wood serving tray, It was designed by the illustrious Jens H Quistgaard for Dansk International and made in Thailand in the early 1970s. The piece is beautifully constructed with built-in, rail style / pegged handles to resemble a ship’s pegged galley rail. It is a classic, sturdy teak ‘Captain’s Tray’ — sometimes called a ‘Butler’s Tray’. The piece is made of Grade A teak wood: a premium, tropical hardwood prized for its exceptional durability, dense straight grain, and high natural oil content. It has a warm golden-reddish-brown colour, rich wood grain, smooth texture, and is resistant to water. The tray is a fine example of Scandinavian design excellence, with its functional, organic, and minimalist aesthetic. DIMENSIONS: The tray measures 45.5 cm x 35.5 cm x 4.5 cm. CONDITION: The tray is in excellent condition, with a silky, warm, aged patina. JENS HARALD QUISTGAARD was a Danish sculptor and designer, known principally for his prolific work at Dansk Designs, where he was chief designer from 1954 to 1983. Quistgaard’s creations became synonymous with Scandinavian Modern. He apprenticed under Georg Jensen and developed from being a draughtsman and relief-maker to an internationally-renowned sculptural industrial designer. Quistgaard’s designs are exhibited at major galleries/museums and in homes around the world.