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Tray, associated with Robert Burns

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Tray, associated with Robert Burns
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This iron tray dates from the late 18th or early 19th century and is said to have been used by Robert Burns. The tray is 'japanned' which means it is decorated and varnished in the Japanese style.

The tray has a silver inscription plate which reads, 'The platter on which Burns had his Bread and Cheese at Nanse Tinnock's who presented it to George Thomson'.

Robert Burns is acknowledged around the world as a poet and songwriter of extraordinary impact. His unique voice has had a lasting appeal in Scotland and throughout the world. His poetry has been translated into over 25 languages.

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