set of 12 animal-shaped knife rests in Art Deco style by Christofle

Superb and authentic set of 12 animal-shaped knife rests in Art Deco style, by the prestigious house of Christofle (Gallia Collection). Each piece bears the official period hallmark with the initials "OC" and the head of a horse / chess knight (period 1935-1983) and the number 1. The lot consists of a very beautiful variation of 6 pairs of geometric and stylised animals (ideal for a symmetrical table): • 2 Bears • 2 Birds / Doves • 2 Pigs • 2 Lions • 2 Greyhounds • 2 Cats. Condition: Very good state of preservation for their age. The silver plating is brilliant, with no major loss of silver. Case: Sold in its original Christofle box with individual pre-formed spaces for each animal (box in very good condition / with slight signs of wear). Average dimensions: Approximately 8 cm in length.