Bring the beauty of classic British natural history illustration into your home with the Lady Clare Gould Ducks Tray. Featuring beautifully detailed duck and waterfowl artwork against a rich Bottle Green background, this elegant English serving tray combines traditional country-house style with the craftsmanship for which Lady Clare has been known since 1932.
The Gould Ducks Collection evokes the celebrated tradition of 19th-century British ornithological illustration. The name Gould is particularly associated with renowned English ornithologist and publisher John Gould, whose magnificent illustrated works on birds became some of the most admired natural history publications of the Victorian era.
Working with accomplished artists and lithographers, Gould produced beautifully detailed studies of birds from Britain and around the world. Ducks and other waterfowl were especially appealing subjects, admired for their distinctive plumage, graceful forms and remarkable variety.
These natural history illustrations also became a natural fit for traditional English Country House décor, appearing in libraries, studies, sporting rooms and collections of botanical and ornithological prints.
Lady Clare’s Gould Ducks Collection celebrates this tradition with classic waterfowl artwork set against a handsome Bottle Green background. An elegant hand-gilded frame provides a refined finishing touch, while the felt base helps protect the furniture beneath.
Since 1932, Lady Clare has created fine English lacquered placemats, coasters, serving trays and home accessories. Made in Great Britain, the Gould Ducks Tray combines traditional British craftsmanship with artwork inspired by the natural world.
Available in two sizes, the tray is equally at home serving afternoon tea, cocktails and drinks or simply displayed as a decorative accessory.
The generous Traditional Tray, measuring approximately 21.5 × 15.5 inches, provides ample space for entertaining and serving. The Small Tray, measuring approximately 15.5 × 12 inches, is ideal for drinks, tea, coffee or lighter serving.
Its distinctive bird imagery makes the Gould Ducks Tray especially attractive in an English Country House, country cottage, sporting lodge, library, study, home bar or traditional kitchen.
It also makes a thoughtful and unusual gift for a bird lover, duck enthusiast, waterfowl enthusiast, natural history collector, sportsman or anyone who appreciates British country style and traditional English craftsmanship.
Pair it with coordinating Lady Clare Gould Ducks Placemats, Tablemats and Coasters to create an elegant collection inspired by British ornithology and country life.
Product Details
• Features the Lady Clare Gould Ducks design
• Inspired by classic bird and waterfowl illustration
• Rich Bottle Green background
• Elegant hand-gilded frame
• Protective felt base
• Available in two sizes
• Traditional Tray: 21.5 × 15.5 inches
• Small Tray: 15.5 × 12 inches
• Ideal for tea, coffee, cocktails, drinks and entertaining
• Decorative enough for display when not in use
• Made in Great Britain
Combining classic waterfowl artwork, English country-house style and traditional British craftsmanship, the Lady Clare Gould Ducks Tray is both a practical serving piece and a distinctive decorative accessory.
PREORDER FROM GREAT BRITAIN
Allow 8-10 weeks for delivery.
