Postmodern Tray in Steel and Veneered Plywood, 1980s

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Elegant and highly decorative postmodern tray produced between the late 1970s and early 1980s by Studio Inox. This rectangular tray, … Read more Elegant and highly decorative postmodern tray produced between the late 1970s and early 1980s by Studio Inox. This rectangular tray, crafted in durable and functional 18/10 stainless steel, features a three-dimensional decorative design concentrated on the handles. Seamlessly integrated into the single-body structure and without cutouts, the handles are “carved” in a manner reminiscent of marquetry and filled with two veneered plywood shapes, each topped with four small turned solid-wood cones that resemble studs. The veneer used is a pre-composed wood veneer—an “imaginary burl,” as it does not come from a single wood species but is created through an industrial process that deconstructs and reconstructs natural wood. This technique allows for decorative sheets with uniform grain patterns and colors that can be customized by the designer.

The tray is used but in good condition: the wooden elements are in excellent shape, while the stainless-steel surface shows signs of use such as small scratches, visible in the photos. See less