There were several patents filed to improve the design of the crumb tray. In some cases the tray would look like a dust pan. Many crumb trays had a small brush or knife to swipe the crumbs from the table. At home they would have been used not only for meals but also for afternoon tea when sandwiches or other finger foods were eaten. Crumb trays found in homes were a sign of prominence it said that this family could afford to purchase one. The crumb trays used in hotels would not have been as high quality as the crumb trays found in homes. This meant that the hotel could save some money on services performed by the service industry. If the wait staff used the crumb trays after every meal then occasionally the tablecloths would not have to be changed and laundered after every use. First to show off their services and the elegance of their dining experience and second to save money. Hotels started to use crumb trays for two reasons. Therefore no proper meal would be served without the crumbs being cleared away after every meal. Americans also believed it was important to behave in a genteel manner, which meant to emulate and behave like the aristocracy. Crumb trays did not become widely used in America until the Victorian Era when dining had become structured with rituals. Originating in Europe for the royalty and the aristocracy, crumb trays were used to collect the crumbs after every meal. Did you know that brushing crumbs away used to be a part of American dining during the Victorian Era? Or that someone would come and do that for you? In our collection we have two silver crumb trays and although our items do not have much history, the history behind this utensil is really interesting. Then you notice that there are crumbs on the tablecloth or table and brush them away. You are at home or a restaurant and you cut into a roll.
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