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This square Swati art serving tray is built from seasoned wood and hand-painted in Swat Valley, Pakistan. A deep crimson ground is covered edge to edge with an interlocking gold trellis, and every opening in the lattice holds a small daisy in ivory, turquoise, or black. The result is a dense allover pattern of the kind Swati workshops reserve for their most time-intensive pieces.
Design Details
- Deep crimson ground with an unbroken gold trellis covering the full inner panel
- Hundreds of small hand-painted daisies in ivory, turquoise, and black, each with a contrasting centre
- Turquoise and black paisley vine border with ivory dot accents on the raised rim
- Ivory and saffron pinstripes outline the panel, the rim, and both cut-out side handles
Specifications
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Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches (30 x 30 cm)
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Material: Seasoned solid wood with hand-painted oil finish
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Finish: Glossy, sealed, waterproof oil-based paint
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Use: Serving tray for tea and coffee, ottoman and coffee-table styling, perfume and jewellery display
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Care: Hand-wash with mild soap, dry immediately, avoid dishwashers, soaking, and abrasive scourers
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does an allover lattice design like this take to paint?
A densely patterned 12-inch tray of this type takes a Swati artisan several days. The trellis is laid down first in gold, each daisy is filled by hand, and the centre dots and border vine are added last, with drying time between layers.
Does the deep red colour suit a modern interior?
The crimson ground reads as a rich accent against neutral surfaces such as marble, oak, or white lacquer, which is why these trays are often used as a colour anchor on a coffee table or kitchen island rather than as a purely traditional piece.
Are the handles strong enough to carry a loaded tray?
The handles are cut directly from the solid wood side panels rather than attached separately, so there is no joint to loosen. They support a full tea service comfortably.
Can this tray be hung on a wall?
Yes. Allover-pattern trays are often displayed flat on a wall or leaning on a shelf. The tray has no pre-drilled hanging hardware, so use a plate hanger or a wall-mounted display ledge.
Handcrafted in Swat Valley, Pakistan. Minor variations in color and pattern are natural features of authentic handmade work.