Antique Handmade Trench Art Smoking Tray, Signed campfire We also know that AT&T

We also know that AT&T acquired Western Union in 1909 but relinquished control in 1914

A decorative brass band encircles both the rim and foot

while the warm oak finish highlights the natural grain beautifully

whereas the tray itself shows little to no wear

Worn leather in rich

Antique Handmade Trench Art Smoking Tray, Signed campfire We also know that AT&TA substantial piece of trench art crafted as a combination smoking tray and lidded ash container. The entire assembly is made from repurposed metal, hammered and worked by hand, featuring a textured tray platform with bent rod side rails, a match safe mounted upright at one end, and a cylindrical lidded pot topped with a sculpted bullet finial. The hammered surface, improvised construction, and careful functional detailing all speak to a soldier