{"product_id":"belle-epoque-marquetry-tea-trolley-with-brass-gallery-rail-spoke-wheels","title":"Belle Époque Marquetry Tea Trolley with Brass Gallery Rail \u0026 Spoke Wheels","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Inspiration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere is a particular pleasure in the ritual of afternoon tea — the arrangement of cups, the lifting of a pot, the quiet ceremony of service. This two-tier tea trolley, faithfully reproduced in the tradition of late 19th-century Italian and French marquetry workshops, brings that ceremony a piece of furniture equal to its dignity. The round upper tray, crowned by a pierced brass gallery rail of repeating lancet motifs, commands attention before a single cup is poured. The large spoke wheels, their brass hubs catching the light like carriage hardware, declare that this is no mere serving cart — it is a rolling cabinet of refined intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe body is crafted from solid pine, shaped and finished to a deep, warm French polish that draws out the wood's natural figuring. Both tiers are covered in hand-laid marquetry: the circular upper surface features a central floral bouquet radiating into scrolling botanical vines and geometric border banding, while the lower rectangular shelf continues the vocabulary with a quartered chevron parquet ground punctuated by scattered floral sprigs. The pierced brass gallery rail encircles the upper tray with jeweller's precision — each opening cleanly struck, the rail itself lacquered gold to resist tarnish. Turned mahogany-finish columns connect the two tiers, flanked by two large decorative spoke wheels in lacquered brass and rubber, with two smaller castors at the rear for mobility. A cast brass bottle holder ring sits between the columns for practical use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWidth: 77 cm \/ Depth: 74 cm \/ Height: 80 cm\u003cbr\u003eUpper tray: round, with pierced brass gallery rail\u003cbr\u003eLower shelf: rectangular, marquetry-inlaid\u003cbr\u003eWheels: two large spoke wheels (front) + two rubber castors (rear)\u003cbr\u003eFinish: French polish over hand-laid marquetry\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Origin: Egypt\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery trolley that leaves the Brass \u0026amp; Wood workshop is assembled, inlaid, and polished by hand. The marquetry alone — dozens of individually cut and fitted wood veneers — represents hours of focused craft. The brass fittings are separately finished and fitted, ensuring that the metal and the wood age together with the same warmth. This is not a piece that apologizes for being a replica; it is a piece that honours the tradition it draws from, made for homes where quality is recognised without needing to be explained.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials is this trolley made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe structure is solid pine finished in French polish. The decorative surfaces feature hand-laid wood marquetry inlay. All metal fittings — gallery rail, spoke wheels, bottle holder, and handle — are brass with a lacquered gold finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs assembly required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMinimal assembly is required — the handle and any removable brass fittings are attached on delivery. The trolley arrives largely pre-assembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this trolley be customised?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Brass \u0026amp; Wood offers customisation of wood tone, brass finish colour, and marquetry pattern upon request. Contact us to discuss bespoke specifications before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brass \u0026 Wood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49218327314683,"sku":"TABTRO10033","price":33750.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/0563\/7883\/files\/TABTRO10033_1Jcstb-dxj_DSC03082.jpg?v=1787617812","url":"https:\/\/brassandwood.co\/en-sa\/products\/belle-epoque-marquetry-tea-trolley-with-brass-gallery-rail-spoke-wheels","provider":"Brass \u0026 Wood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}