Argit French Silver Art Deco Knife Rests Set 12 Pc, Animals, Original Box

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Argit French Silver Art Deco Knife Rests Set 12 Pc, Animals, Original Box

About the Item

Rare set of twelve silver plate knife-rests in the shape of different animals: two swans standing turning their backs, two monkeys pulling a rope while standing by the tail, two cocks fighting each other, two hens clashing over a snail, two elephants holding by trunk and two pelicans standing by their bill, circa 1920-1930. The knife rests feature the characteristic of the Art Deco style prevalent at that time. The pieces are not marked but the model is known to have been produced and appears in the catalog of French society of silversmith of Art : Argit. This complete set is with its original box with compartments for twelve pieces. No monograms. Measures: Elephants : Base 3.62 x .91 (9.2 cm x 2.3 cm ), height 1.8 (3 cm) Swans : Base 3.54 x .79 (9 cm x 2 cm ), height 1.1 (2.8 cm) Monkeys : Base 3.15 x .91 (8 cm x 2.3 cm ), height 1.8 (3 cm) Cocks : Base 3.54 x .98 (9 cm x 2.5 cm ), height 1.26 (3.2 cm) Hens : Base 3.23 x .87 (8.2 cm x 2.2 cm ), height 1.18 (3 cm) Pelicans : Base 3.74 x .87 (9.5 cm x 2.2 cm ), height 1.1 (2.8 cm) Weight: 1340 grams. Total weight with original box : 1590 grams The condition is very good for this set. Micro-scratches from normal use. Sales only by shipment. Shipping worldwide with Priority Package Express International. We ship purchase Mondays through Friday (outside French holidays) paid items will be shipped on the first shipping day after payment is received. After registration of your order and confirmation of your payment, your order is prepared and packaged with the utmost care to ensure you receive the items in perfect condition. Your package will be insured for the total value of your purchase (s). Tracking numbers (French and international) of your package will be sent by e mail to track your package online on the french website then on the website of postal service in your country.

Attributed to:
Argit. (Maker)
Dimensions:
Height: 0.001 in (0.03 mm)Width: 0.001 in (0.03 mm)Depth: 0.001 in (0.03 mm)
Sold As:
Set of 12
Style:
Art Deco (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Silver Plate
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
1920-1929
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1920-1930
Condition:
The condition is very good for this set. Micro-scratches from normal use.
Seller Location:
TRIAIZE, FR
Reference Number:
Seller: J7341stDibs: LU1919314150571