Christofle - Crumber - Silverplated

Crumb catcher (crumb scoop)
This is a table crumb catcher (often also called a silent butler in English). It was used during table service to sweep the crumbs from the tablecloth between courses.
• Operation: The hinged lid allows you to sweep the crumbs inside the container and keep them hidden until emptying.
• Materials: It is made of silvered metal with a handle that appears to be wood or bakelite.
The Brand: Christofle France
The stamp you photographed confirms that it is a product of the renowned maison Christofle, founded in Paris in 1830. Christofle is synonymous with luxury and has supplied silverware to royal households and very high-end hotels around the world.
• Marking: In addition to the inscription "CHRISTOFLE FRANCE", there are small symbols in the squares. These are the maker's marks that guarantee the quality of the silver plating typical of their production.
• Style: The clean design and the linear handle suggest mid-20th-century production (1950s–70s), probably tied to a modernist line or a revived Art Deco.