Vintage Trays, Bowls & Catchalls
Vintage Trays, Bowls and Catchall Dishes
Our vintage trays, bowls and catchall dishes are antiques you can use every day. Find vintage serving trays, vintage metal trays, catchall bowls, brass crumb catchers, copper vases and ladles, lidded tobacco jars, planters and baskets, each one a single piece with its own patina.
Vintage Catchall Dishes for the Entry and Bar
A vintage catchall or trinket dish by the door keeps keys, coins and sunglasses in one spot. On a bar cart, a vintage serving tray groups glasses and bottles, and a lidded brass jar holds cocktail picks or matches.
Antique Brass and Copper Pieces
Brass crumb catchers and crumb tray and brush sets were once standard at the dining table, and they still work between courses today. Copper vases and ladles bring warm color to a kitchen shelf. Our brass cachepot planters suit a trailing plant or a bundle of dried stems.
Care
For serving, wash by hand with mild soap and dry right away. Many vintage metal trays are meant as decor, so check each listing before using with food. For decor only pieces, dust with a soft dry cloth and keep the original patina, which many buyers prefer to a polished shine.
See more vintage brass decor, or natural stone options in our crystal trinket dishes.
Vintage Trays, Bowls & Catchalls FAQ
Can I use vintage metal trays for food?
Some vintage trays are fine for serving, but older brass, copper and plated pieces are often best used as decor. Check each listing and use a liner or plate between food and metal if unsure.
What is a crumb catcher?
A crumb catcher, or crumb tray, is a small tray and brush set used to clear crumbs from the dining table between courses. Brass examples were popular in England and the Netherlands.
How do I clean a vintage brass tray?
Wipe with warm water and mild soap, then dry completely. Use a gentle brass polish only if you want to remove patina, and avoid abrasive pads.