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Antique Silent Butler

$175
£135.22
€156.32
CA$247.29
A$277.35
CHF 145.24
MX$3,370.07
NOK 1,844.35
SEK 1,748.57
DKK 1,166.88

About the Item

An antique silent butler made of metal with a turned wooden handle and hinged lid. On top is an ornately cast rocaille appliqué with fans and rope twisted details. To the back, above the wooden handle is a small rococo cast handle for lifting the lid. Originally silent butlers were used for collecting crumbs from a dinner table, the contents of ashtrays, etc., for disposal.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3 in (7.62 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900-1930
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bradenton, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5954237055632

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