Perched Kingfisher Metal Trinket Box with Hinged Lid - Blue

This handpainted metal trinket box takes the form of a kingfisher perched on a branch, head bowed and long beak pointing down as though it is poised to dive. The bird is finished in a glossy deep blue, with a warm yellow breast, a white patch at the throat, an orange cheek and fine gold lines tracing every feather. Rows of tiny clear sparkling studs run along each wing and down the tail, so it catches the light from every angle. The kingfisher stands on a gilt branch with little leaves, set on a pale cream base with a gold edge. It is a small piece, 7.5cm tall, 9.5cm wide and 6.5cm deep.

Kingfishers are among the brightest birds on a British riverbank, and this one brings that flash of colour indoors. It sits happily on a dressing table, bedside table or shelf, and looks just as much at home on a mantelpiece or among books, where the blue and gold really shine. It is a working box as well as an ornament: the back of the bird lifts on a hinge to open up a small hollow inside, painted the same sunny yellow as the breast. The hollow is just right for a ring, a pair of earrings or a tiny keepsake you like to keep close at hand. It makes a thoughtful gift, and one that will be used as well as admired.

The box is made from metal alloy and painted by hand, with a glossy finish and gold lines picking out the wings, tail and base. The hinge sits towards the head, so the lid lifts cleanly and settles back into place along the bird's back. To keep it looking its best, dust it with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from water. For a gift, we like to tuck a small surprise inside before wrapping it.

How big is the kingfisher trinket box?

It stands 7.5cm tall and measures 9.5cm wide and 6.5cm deep, so it is a small piece that sits neatly on a dressing table or shelf.

How does the trinket box open?

The back of the kingfisher lifts on a hinge towards the head, opening up a small hollow inside that is painted a sunny yellow.

What can I keep inside it?

The hollow is small, so it suits a ring, a pair of earrings or a tiny keepsake rather than larger pieces of jewellery.

What is the kingfisher made from?

It is made from metal alloy and painted by hand in glossy blue and yellow, with gold lines and tiny clear sparkling studs along the wings and tail.

How should I look after it?

Dust it gently with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from water, which is good general practice for a painted metal piece like this.

Would it make a good gift?

We think so. It is pretty enough to display and useful enough to fill, and a small surprise tucked inside makes it extra special to open.