Italian Florentine Gilt Wood Tray

This exquisite Italian Florentine tray captures the quiet opulence of mid-century design and the timeless artistry of Italy’s gilded wood tradition. Hand-painted in layers of luminous gold, deep red, and sage green, its surface glows with intricate scrollwork and raised patterns reminiscent of Renaissance ornamentation.

Crafted in Florence in the 1950s–1960s, this piece embodies a history of craftsmanship once reserved for churches and palazzos. The scalloped edges and octagonal shape give it a sculptural presence, making it as much an artwork as a functional piece. Whether resting on a vanity, styled on a coffee table, or hung on the wall as a decorative focal point, it brings a sense of European grandeur to any space.

Time has lent it the kind of patina that can’t be reproduced — a soft sheen, gentle craquelure, and traces of handwork that speak of its journey through the decades. Measuring a generous 16.75 inches in diameter, it’s a statement of beauty and history, imbued with the soul of old-world Florence.

Made in Italy. Circa 1950s–1960s.