Hotellerie Trays from Arthur Krupp, Set of 3

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An exceptional opportunity for collectors of memorabilia from the grandest European hotels. This rare set of three historic serving trays … Read more An exceptional opportunity for collectors of memorabilia from the grandest European hotels. This rare set of three historic serving trays represents a tangible testament to the luxury, refinement, and vibrant history that characterized the most prestigious grand hotels of the 20th century.

Design and Style: The three trays feature a classic and elegant oval shape with a smooth rim and a relief-molded edge. A simple, practical, yet extremely refined design, specifically conceived for high-end service and luxurious table settings.

Material and Finish: Crafted from high-quality silver-plated metal alloys, the trays boast highly prestigious engravings and hallmarks. The first is signed "Argenior Prima" and belonged to the "Hotel Riviera Parenzo"; the second bears the "Alpacca Silber Bachmann" mark; The third, the largest, is signed by the legendary "Arthur Krupp" manufacturer and was made exclusively for the famous "Palast Hotel Meran".

Technical Details and Condition:

· Type: Set of 3 oval serving trays / Hotel accessories.

· Manufacturer: Arthur Krupp Berndorf, Bachmann, Argenior Prima.

· Origin: Palast Hotel Meran, Hotel Riviera Parenzo.

· Materials: Silver-plated nickel silver.

· Period: 20th century.

· Dimensions: Tray 1 (Riviera Parenzo): Width 26.5 cm. Depth 19.5 cm. Height 1.5 cm.

· Dimensions: Tray 2 (Bachmann): Width 29 cm. Depth 21 cm. Height 2 cm.

· Dimensions: Tray 3 (Palast Meran): Width 32.5 cm. Depth 22 cm. Height 2.5 cm.

· Condition: Excellent historical condition. The trays are structurally solid, heavy, and free of deforming dents. As clearly visible in the photographs, the surfaces show marked and authentic wear to the silver plating, with service scratches and visible blemishes of the underlying metal. These details are not defects, but the scars of long and glorious use in the hotel halls of the period, details that guarantee their authenticity and extremely high collectible value.

Please note that any white areas in the photographs are due to reflections from the artificial lights used to best illuminate the item, which may cause a slight color shift in the photograph.

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