Series of antique knife rests in the shape of a lion, silver-plated metal.

Material: White metal with a silver-like appearance. Hallmarks: No hallmarks or manufacturer's marks. Era: Circa 1940s. Style: Animal-themed — French figurative table silverware. Dimensions: L: 7 cm × H: 3 cm × D: 0.5 cm per piece. Quantity: Set of 8 pieces (in 2 original boxes) Condition: Generally good condition — natural patina, slight oxidation on some pieces, no missing or broken parts. Origin: France. ⚠️ Transparency note: No hallmarks or manufacturer's marks are present on the pieces. The material is white metal with a silver-like appearance — it is not confirmed to be solid silver. This is quite typical for this type of French animal-themed production from the Belle Époque. 🌿 Care advice: A light polishing with a silver cloth will suffice to revive the shine, or maintain the patina for an authentically antique look.