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Russel Wright Beverage Tray. Vintage News. 1932.

THE INTIMATE ANTIQUE COMES INTO VOGUE :Acquisitions for Daily Use Are Now the Rule, With Smaller, Simpler Pieces Favored NEW TRAYS IN A WIDE VARIETY

New trays of various designs are emerging because of the realization that they can be used both functionally and decoratively.
A beverage tray by Russel Wright is mentioned that features a birch base in natural finish with aluminum handles. It was said to be useful as a decorative display piece on a 'sideboard.' No photo.

THE INTIMATE ANTIQUE COMES INTO VOGUE :Acquisitions for Daily Use Are Now the Rule, With Smaller, Simpler Pieces Favored NEW TRAYS IN A WIDE VARIETY
By WALTER RENDELL STOREY. New York Times (1857-Current file) New York, N.Y.:Oct 30, 1932. p. SM12 (2 pp.)