Vintage/Antique Brass Silent Butler Enamel Accents Stamped China Crumb Catcher

Vintage Chinese Enameled Brass Silent Butler / Hinged Ash Box (c. 1910s–1920s) Add a touch of authentic Chinoiserie charm to your home with this vintage Chinese export brass silent butler. Dating to the early 20th century (Republic Period), this piece features a heavy brass body, a raised cast handle, and a decorative enameled center plaque depicting a landscape flanked by traditional vase motifs. Originally designed as a tabletop ash receiver or silent butler crumb catcher, it makes a fantastic decorative trinket box, desk organizer, or display piece today. DETAILS & MEASUREMENTS: Material: Cast Brass, Enameled Metal/Ceramic Plaque Markings: Stamped CHINA on the bottom base Length: Approx. 4.25 inches (front to back, including handle) Width: Approx. 4 inches across the front base Height: Approx. 2.25 inches (to the top of the lid finial) CONDITION: Very good antique/vintage condition. The exterior retains a rich, authentic aged brass patina with vibrant green, blue, and terracotta enamel details. The interior exhibits natural verdigris and oxidation consistent with age and traditional use. The hinge and lid function smoothly and sit flush. Please review all high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic details. Ships carefully wrapped and packaged securely.