Vintage Gullah Sweetgrass Drink Serving Tray Hand Woven Charleston Folk Art 14\" For Sale

Up for sale is a stunning, authentic Gullah Geechee sweetgrass drink serving tray. Handcrafted by skilled artisans in the South Carolina Lowcountry near Charleston and Mount Pleasant, this piece represents a highly collectible tradition of American folk art with West African roots.This specialized beverage server features six built-in coiled ring inserts arranged symmetrically around the inner perimeter, designed to securely hold glasses or cups. The center opening is perfectly sized to hold a matching pitcher, bottle, or ice bucket, while the two sturdy, integrated handles make it fully functional for serving.The craftsmanship on this tray is exceptional. It features an incredibly tight, dense coil weave, utilizing a traditional blend of indigenous coastal materials. The dark center \"knot\" starts with robust longleaf pine needles bound with split palmetto palm fronds, while the main body transitions into a beautiful contrast of sweetgrass and dark bulrush rows.The fibers show a gorgeous, warm honey-and-cream patina, indicating its vintage age. It has been beautifully preserved, sitting completely flat with tight stitching and zero structural flaws.Product Specifications:

• Item Type: Drink / Beverage Serving Tray with Cup Holders
• Origin: Charleston / Mount Pleasant, South Carolina (Lowcountry)
• Cultural Style: Gullah Geechee Hand-Woven Folk Art
• Materials: Sweetgrass, Bulrush, Longleaf Pine Needles, Palmetto Palm Fronds
• Capacity: 6 Integrated Drink Holder Loops
• Diameter (Base): 10.5 inches
• Diameter (With Handles): Approx. 13.5 to 14 inches
• Height: Approx. 2.75 inches
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Structure is firm, handles are secure, and the weave is incredibly tight with no loose rows, mold, or odor.

This tray is perfect as a functional serving piece for coastal entertaining, a centerpiece display, or a prominent addition to a native basketry and folk art collection.Item ships securely packaged to preserve the shape and fibers of the basket.