social

What is This? (Silent Butler)

October 16, 2018

Identifying a Thriftstore Purchase - rectangular metal container with a wooden handle, closedCan anyone please tell me what this is? I bought it at a thrift shop and they had no idea what it is either.

Thank you.

Advertisement

Identifying a Thriftstore Purchase
 
Identifying a Thriftstore Purchase
 

Answers


Silver Answer Medal for All Time! 320 Answers
October 22, 20180 found this helpful
Best Answer

Yes, this is a crumb catcher or "silent butler". Waiters used to carry a little matching whisk broom and sweep bread crumbs off the tablecloths into these at fancy restaurants.

 
Answer this Question

More Questions

Here are the questions asked by community members. Read on to see the answers provided by the ThriftyFun community.

September 26, 2019

I am guessing it is a popcorn maker, but I'm not entirely sure. Any ideas?

What Is This? - inscription on the lid
 
What Is This? - inside
 
What Is This? - metal flip top round container with wooden handle
 

Answers


Bronze Post Medal for All Time! 140 Posts
September 26, 20191 found this helpful
Best Answer

This piece etched Virtute Non Verbis-is called a Vintage Silent Butler Crumb Catcher. This piece was used by wealthy families after a meal to catch the crumbs or ashes from the table after a meal.

Advertisement

Also could be used double duty as a bed warmer.Most of the time only the house staff used these. Often made of silver and wood.Online with Ebay asking between $10 -$35.

 
Answer this Question
In This Page
Categories
Consumer Advice Collectibles AntiquesDecember 11, 2019
Pages
More
🌻
Gardening
📓
Back to School Ideas!
😎
Summer Ideas!
Facebook
Pinterest
YouTube
Instagram
Categories
Better LivingBudget & FinanceBusiness and LegalComputersConsumer AdviceCoronavirusCraftsEducationEntertainmentFood and RecipesHealth & BeautyHolidays and PartiesHome and GardenMake Your OwnOrganizingParentingPetsPhotosTravel and RecreationWeddings
Published by ThriftyFun.
Desktop Page | View Mobile
Disclaimer | Privacy Policy | Contact Us
Generated 2024-07-26 21:15:45 in 13 secs. ⛅️️
© 1997-2024 by Cumuli, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
https://www.thriftyfun.com/What-is-This-Its-a-Silent-Butler.html