
Description
A very beautiful Chinese piece
A solid brass box with a handle and hinged lid known as silent butler, used to pick up cigarette ash, trash and crumbs from the table
Outstanding cloisonné decoration at the top, depicting birds of paradise scene
Vivid colors in turquoise, green & yellow palette
Matching design at the handle
Exquisite and rich detail
Stamped on the underside CHINA
Circa first half of the 20th century
Measurements: Approximately 8" long with handle x 6.25" wide x 2 " high
It weighs 1 lb.
Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos. Minor wear to the enamels, commensurate with age and use. It will clean and shine nicely, if needed. All original
Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very Good overall. Please see photos. Minor wear to the enamels, commensurate with age and use. It will clean and shine nicely, if needed. All original
Dimensions:
Height: 2 in.
Width: 8 in.
Depth: 6.25 in.
Category: Kitchen Accessories
Origin: China
Materials: Cloisonné
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $19.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No international shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Spring, TX
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In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
A solid brass box with a handle and hinged lid known as silent butler, used to pick up cigarette ash, trash and crumbs from the table
Outstanding cloisonné decoration at the top, depicting birds of paradise scene
Vivid colors in turquoise, green & yellow palette
Matching design at the handle
Exquisite and rich detail
Stamped on the underside CHINA
Circa first half of the 20th century
Measurements: Approximately 8" long with handle x 6.25" wide x 2 " high
It weighs 1 lb.
Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos. Minor wear to the enamels, commensurate with age and use. It will clean and shine nicely, if needed. All original
Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very Good overall. Please see photos. Minor wear to the enamels, commensurate with age and use. It will clean and shine nicely, if needed. All original
Dimensions:
Height: 2 in.
Width: 8 in.
Depth: 6.25 in.
Category: Kitchen Accessories
Origin: China
Materials: Cloisonné
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Design Modified; Some Imperfections; Very Good overall. Please see photos. Minor wear to the enamels, commensurate with age and use. It will clean and shine nicely, if needed. All original
Buyer's Premium
20%
Early 20th Century Chinese Brass Cloisonne Birds of Paradise Silent Butler Crumb Catcher
Estimate $70-$220
Starting Price
$35
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Finishing Touches
Feb 12, 2026 9:00 PM ESTNew York, NY, United States
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