{"product_id":"rodney-kent-hand-wrought-aluminum-tray-tulip-pattern-424","title":"Rodney Kent Vintage Hand Wrought Hammered Aluminum Tulip Tray Pattern 424","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vintage Rodney Kent hand-wrought aluminum serving tray, Pattern 424, with a richly hammered field framed by an embossed tied-tulip motif and sculptural floral handles. Measuring approximately 13 inches across, this substantial round tray is a handsome example of collectible mid-century American hammered aluminum, combining Arts \u0026amp; Crafts-inspired handwork with the botanical decoration for which Rodney Kent wares are particularly recognizable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWORTH NOTING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic \u003cstrong\u003eRodney Kent hand-wrought aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e serving tray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentified as \u003cstrong\u003ePattern No. 424\u003c\/strong\u003e, an important catalog reference for Rodney Kent collectors and pattern matching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound hammered-aluminum field displays the characteristic irregular hand-worked surface and softly reflective finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentral decoration features a raised \u003cstrong\u003ethree-tulip bouquet tied with a bow\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorder continues the floral theme with embossed tulip and scroll detailing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpposing sculptural floral handles are integrated into the rim, giving the tray both decorative presence and practical function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight but substantial vintage aluminum construction makes the piece equally useful for serving or display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstimated era: \u003cstrong\u003ecirca 1940s–1950s\u003c\/strong\u003e, based on Rodney Kent production, Pattern 424 identification, hand-wrought hammered construction, and decorative style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. \u003cstrong\u003e13 in diameter including handles\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements are approximate and taken at the widest points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition with age-appropriate wear consistent with prior ownership. The hammered field, raised tulip decoration, and border details remain well defined, with expected surface variation, light scratching, oxidation, or tonal changes possible from age and use. Please review photographs closely for the hammered surface, floral relief, rim, and handle attachments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFROM THE HOUSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage hammered aluminum has a wonderful ability to look equally at home carrying cocktails or standing upright on a collected sideboard, and Rodney Kent's floral pieces are particularly handsome examples. The tied tulips and hand-worked surface give Pattern 424 considerably more character than ordinary serving ware—a lovely find for the collector of Rodney Kent, vintage aluminum, or mid-century American decorative metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~ Genevieve\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rodney Kent","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48690663063746,"sku":"HOG-Gy-HDBG-1166","price":128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/7285\/5746\/files\/item-023_HOG-Gy-HDBG-0856_SGW-273059335_hero.jpg?v=1787853446","url":"https:\/\/thehouseofgenevieve.com\/products\/rodney-kent-hand-wrought-aluminum-tray-tulip-pattern-424","provider":"The House of Genevieve","version":"1.0","type":"link"}