Robin Drinking from Tap Hinged Metal Trinket Box - Brown

This hand painted metal trinket box takes the form of a little robin stooping to drink from a dripping garden tap. It stands on a snowy white base with a sprig of holly at its feet. The robin has a bright orange breast, a white band along its front and finely feathered brown wings and tail, with tiny clear stones catching the light along its wings. The tap rising behind it is a warm gold, with a ring of sparkle around its neck and a few more stones set into its handle. It stands 7.9cm tall, 4.8cm across and 4.5cm deep, small enough to sit in the palm of your hand.

Inside is a small surprise. The top half of the robin, tap and all, lifts back on a little hinge to reveal a smooth white hollow in the bird's body, just right for a ring, a pair of earrings or a tiny keepsake. Closed, it is simply a charming Christmas ornament. We think it looks lovely on a mantelpiece among the greenery, on a bookshelf or on a dressing table, where its hidden space earns it a place well beyond December. It makes a thoughtful Christmas gift, tucked into a stocking or set at a place on the festive table.

The box is made of metal alloy and painted by hand, so each robin's feathers and holly carry the small variations that come with brushwork. A fine gold edge runs around the opening, and the two halves meet neatly when closed so the robin's outline stays whole. For care, dust it gently with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from water to protect the paintwork and the sparkle. Wrap it in tissue with a sprig of real holly, or give it pride of place on a winter shelf where the little bird can stoop for its drink all season long.

How big is the robin trinket box?

It stands 7.9cm tall, 4.8cm across and 4.5cm deep. It is a small piece that sits easily on a shelf, mantelpiece or dressing table.

How does the trinket box open?

The top half of the robin, together with the gold tap, lifts back on a small hinge to reveal a smooth white hollow inside the bird's body.

What is the trinket box made of?

It is made of metal alloy and painted by hand. It has a gold tap, an orange and brown robin, and a snowy white base with a holly sprig.

What can I keep inside it?

The hollow inside the robin suits small things such as a ring, a pair of earrings or a tiny keepsake you want to keep close.

How should I look after the trinket box?

Dust it gently with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from water so the hand painted finish and the sparkle stay at their best.

Is it a good Christmas gift?

Yes. With its snowy base and holly sprig it makes a thoughtful Christmas gift, and it is small enough to tuck into a stocking.