Vintage MCM Hand Carved Monkey Pod Wood Leaf Tray Hawaii 1960s Large 19 Inch

Description

View Vintage MCM Hand Carved Monkey Pod Wood Leaf Tray Hawaii 1960s Large 19 Inch with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Monkey pod wood is highly prized for its durability and its dramatic, contrasting grain patterns which are elegantly displayed in this piece. The wood has a rich, warm honey-to-chocolate gradient that is characteristic of high-quality monkey pod. This is a beautiful example of mid-century Hawaiian craftsmanship. This large, hand-carved monkey pod wood serving tray features a stylized leaf design with three distinct compartments, making it perfect for use as a pupu platter, nut dish, or a striking centerpiece. Monkey pod wood is highly prized for its durability and its dramatic, contrasting grain patterns which are elegantly displayed in this piece. This specific tray was purchased in Hawaii in the early 1960s, placing it firmly in the golden era of Tiki culture and Polynesian pop design. The wood has a rich, warm honey-to-chocolate gradient that is characteristic of high-quality monkey pod. Please note the condition as shown in the photographs. As an authentic vintage item over sixty years old, it shows signs of character and use, including some scuffs, surface wear to the finish on the underside, and minor indentations. These imperfections attest to its history and age. The tray is substantial and heavy, weighing approximately 4.5 lbs. Dimensions: 19 inches long, 12 inches wide, 4 inches deep. Keywords: Vintage Tray, MCM, Monkey Pod Wood, Hand Carved, Mid Century Modern, Tiki Culture, Hawaiian Decor, Leaf Shaped Tray, 1960s Kitchenware, Pupu Platter, Tropical Serving Dish, Boiled Linseed Oil Finish, Acacia Wood, Made in Hawaii Feel free to reach out if you have any questions! Offers are always welcome. We are a non-smoking facility. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Kitchen & Home › Dinnerware & Serveware › Platters. Brand: Monkey Pod.

Antique

No

Number of Compartments

3

Wood Tone

Medium Brown Wood

Shape

Novelty

Occasion

All Occasions

Size

Large

Year Manufactured

1960

Item Length

19 in

Vintage

Yes

Care Instructions

Hand Wash Only

Original/Licensed Reproduction

Original

Style

1960s

Features

Tray

Finish

Wood Finished

Item Width

12 in

Handmade

Yes

Color

Brown

Material

Wood

Set Includes

Tray

Item Depth

4 in

Brand

Monkey Pod

Type

Party Tray

Theme

Barware

Time Period Manufactured

1950-1959

Country of Origin

United States

Item Weight

4.5 lb