19th ct French Antique Metal Toleware Tray Hand Painted Napoleon, Hanging Rope For Sale

19th-Century French Toleware Tray (Napoleonic Scene)c. 1820–1840Description• Hand-painted French toleware metal serving tray, rectangular form approximately 30 x 23 inches. Weighs ~7 lbs• The central scene depicts Napoleon Bonaparte with officers in military dress, rendered in polychrome enamel on a dark ground.• Surrounding border decorated with gilt floral and foliate motifs.• Evidence of surface oxidation, paint loss, and wear consistent with age; some areas of image fading and abrasion across center field.• Retains period rope hanging cord, suggesting long display use.