Trinket Tray Set of 2, Sun and Moon

Two open trays in mango wood, one bearing a sun motif and one a crescent moon, designed to sit together as a pair. They work equally well as a catch-all on a bedside table or as a quiet centrepiece on a shelf, giving scattered small objects a place to belong.

Form and everyday use

• The shallow, open form keeps contents visible at a glance, rings, a watch, a candle, a few stones, whatever gathers at the end of the day.
• Sun and moon together read as a set, so they suit a paired arrangement: one on each side of a dresser, or nested together on a tray shelf.
• The lip is low enough to slide things in and out easily, making them practical as well as decorative.
• The contrasting motifs give each tray its own character while the matching material keeps them visually coherent.

Mango wood, simply finished

Both trays are cut from mango wood, a dense, close-grained timber with a warm, honey-toned surface. Mango trees are typically harvested at the end of their fruiting life, so the wood carries a kind of second chapter with it. The grain shows through the finish, giving each piece a slightly individual look.

Sun and moon as motif

The sun and moon pairing is one of the oldest symbolic arrangements across cultures, found in Hindu, Buddhist, and many folk traditions as a representation of complementary forces: light and dark, active and restful, day and night. Here the motifs are kept simple and graphic, so they read as design rather than devotion, sitting comfortably in a secular home without losing their quiet resonance.

Living with them

Wipe clean with a dry or barely damp cloth. Mango wood is not sealed for moisture, so avoid leaving wet items directly on the surface. Keep out of prolonged direct sunlight to preserve the finish. They are best used for dry objects, jewellery, keys, stationery, small décor, rather than as coasters or catch-trays for damp things.

Size and what's included

A set of two trays. Exact dimensions are not specified; the photo suggests a size suited to a bedside table or small shelf section. Both trays are included as shown.

A considered gift

A good choice for someone setting up a new home, or for anyone who likes a little order on a dresser or desk. The sun and moon pairing makes them feel intentional rather than incidental, the kind of thing that gets kept and used rather than put away.

Common questions

Are the two trays the same size?
The photo shows them as a matched pair of similar proportions. Exact individual dimensions are not specified in the product details.

Can I use them outdoors?
Mango wood is an indoor material. Humidity and direct weather will damage the finish over time, so these are best kept inside.

Is the motif carved or printed?
The motifs appear engraved or routed into the wood surface rather than painted on, giving them a tactile quality visible in the photo.