Shaker Style Butternut Oval Serving Tray by Ken Baker, 1997

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A Shaker-style oval serving tray, handcrafted in 1997 by Ken Baker using traditional methods associated with early American workshop practice. … Read more A Shaker-style oval serving tray, handcrafted in 1997 by Ken Baker using traditional methods associated with early American workshop practice. Executed in solid butternut, the tray features a gently raised rim and a clean, uninterrupted oval form that reflects the restraint of Shaker design.
The butternut shows an expressive, flowing grain with natural tonal variation, bringing warmth and subtle movement to the surface. Light in character and well suited to utilitarian forms, it speaks to the material honesty at the core of Shaker work. Balanced in proportion and easy in scale, it functions equally well for serving or as a decorative surface on a table, ottoman, or kitchen counter.

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