Christofle - Knife rest (6) - Atomium - Silverplated - 4 silvered balls

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Christofle - Set of 6 knife rests model "Atom"/"4 Boules" - Silvered metal - France, mid-20th century.
Elegant set consisting of six knife rests (place settings) from the renowned French house Christofle, in the famous and sought-after model "4 Boules", also known to collectors as "Atom"/"Atomium" for its iconic sculptural design with a modernist, Mid-Century taste.
Each piece features a linear shaft connected to two cross-shaped ends ("X"), each terminating in four solid, polished spheres.
Manufacturer: Orfèvrerie Christofle, Paris
Model: 4 Boules/Atom
Material: Silvered metal (silver-plated)
Era: Mid-20th century (1950s/1970s)
Stamps: Each knife rest bears on the central shaft the brand name engraved "Christofle" alongside the square guarantee hallmark for silver plating with the initials O-C (Orfèvrerie Christofle), a balance, and four stars.
Dimensions: Length approximately 8 centimeters
Total weight: 280 grams
Condition: Excellent overall condition. The silvering is bright, intact and well preserved, with no losses or chipping of the silver bath, showing only minor and normal micro-scratches from wear and polishing (Please examine the photographs carefully, which are an integral part of the description).

Christofle - Set of 6 knife rests model "Atom"/"4 Boules" - Silvered metal - France, mid-20th century.
Elegant set consisting of six knife rests (place settings) from the renowned French house Christofle, in the famous and sought-after model "4 Boules", also known to collectors as "Atom"/"Atomium" for its iconic sculptural design with a modernist, Mid-Century taste.
Each piece features a linear shaft connected to two cross-shaped ends ("X"), each terminating in four solid, polished spheres.
Manufacturer: Orfèvrerie Christofle, Paris
Model: 4 Boules/Atom
Material: Silvered metal (silver-plated)
Era: Mid-20th century (1950s/1970s)
Stamps: Each knife rest bears on the central shaft the brand name engraved "Christofle" alongside the square guarantee hallmark for silver plating with the initials O-C (Orfèvrerie Christofle), a balance, and four stars.
Dimensions: Length approximately 8 centimeters
Total weight: 280 grams
Condition: Excellent overall condition. The silvering is bright, intact and well preserved, with no losses or chipping of the silver bath, showing only minor and normal micro-scratches from wear and polishing (Please examine the photographs carefully, which are an integral part of the description).

Details

Era
1900-2000
Specific region of origin
Ile-de-France
Title additional information
4 silvered balls
Number of objects
6
Country of origin
France
Manufacturer/brand
Christofle
Model
Atomium
Material
Silverplated
Style
Mid-century modern
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
4 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
ItalyVerified
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Objects sold
97.14%
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