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Modern Vietnam 900 Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 76 Pieces BacSon
Located in Big Bend, WI
Spoons, 3 7/8" 12 Knife Rests, 3 3/4" 1 Soup Ladle, 11 3/4" 1 Cake Knife, hollow handle with silver blade
Category

20th Century Vietnamese Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Canteen of Cutlery Cabinet Table Half Moon Shape
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Ladles    1 Soup Ladle    1 Sugar Tongs    1 Sugar Spoon  2 Knife Rests  2 Carving Forks    2
Category

Vintage 1920s Tableware

Materials

Walnut

9 Art Deco Rene Lalique Coquilles Glass Bowls
By René Lalique
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
services, bowls, decanters, tumblers, glass dishes, carafes, candlesticks, table lamps, knife rests and so
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Serving Bowls

Materials

Glass

109-Piece Cutlery Set in Oak Wellington Chest Canteen
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
set is made up with 12 settings and also includes carvers, ladles, serving spoons knife rests, tongs
Category

Early 20th Century British Colonial Sheffield and Silverplate

Art Deco Orange Bakelite and Stainless Steel Knives Set in Box, 24 pieces
Located in Atlanta, GA
). Note: Measurements in the item detail are for the box alone. The knife rest is not included in the sale.
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Art Deco Orange Bakelite and Stainless Steel Knives in Box, 24 pieces
By Various Makers
Located in Atlanta, GA
0.38 in high (1 cm). Note: The measurements in the item details are for the box alone. The knife rest
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Canteen of Cutlery Cabinet Table Half Moon Shape
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
 ` 1 Sauce Ladle  1 Sugar Spoon  2 Knife Rests  2 Game Forks    1 Game Knife   1Meat Knife 1 Fish
Category

Vintage 1910s English Tableware

Materials

Walnut, Elm

Chinese Japanese Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Massive 142 Pieces Chased
Located in Big Bend, WI
-sterling, 8", 12 cocktail forks, 5 1/2", 12 coffee spoons, 5 1/8", 11 knife rests, 3 1/2" long, one soup
Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Sheffield Silverplate Flatware Service / Burl Mahogany Storage Case
By James Weir
Located in Tarry Town, NY
ladles 1 sugar spoon 1 sugar tong 4 knife rests 1 fish knife 1 fish tong
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate, Stainless Steel

Austrian 800 Silver Frosted Flatware Set Service 81 Pieces Original Fitted Box
Located in Big Bend, WI
, goldwashed, 3". One serving fork 2-tine, 9 7/8". One soup ladle, 12". Six knife rests, 3 5/8". Two salt
Category

Antique 1890s Austrian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver

Antique English Silver Plated Cased 155 Piece 24 Setting Cutlery 20th Century
By James Aitchison
Located in London, GB
Dersert spoons 4x Knife rests 1x Asparagus tongs 2x Large grave serving spoons 1x Large soup ladle 1x
Category

Early 20th Century British Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Fidelio by Christofle France Silver Plate Flatware Set Service 186 Pieces Dinner
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
spoons, 4" 12 large dinner spoons, 8 3/8" 12 ice cream spoons, 5 3/4" 12 knife rests, 3 1/4" 12 fish
Category

20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Silver Golf Cruets, Set of Four, Early 1900s
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
, knife rests, and even table bells. Sports themes such as golf, cricket, polo, and hunting were popular
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
By Various Makers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
knife 4 knife rests This impressive service benefits from an extensive range of serving pieces
Category

Vintage 1930s British Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

High Style Guitar Pick Shaped "Knife Edge" Dining Room Table with Tapered Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Large 61" diameter guitar pick dining table featuring a stylized "Knife Edge" resting on a single
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Oval Marble Coffee Table, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Elegant marble coffee table with an oval knife edged table top resting on a reeded marble base
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Anglo-Indian Sideboard With Bone Inlay
Located in New York, NY
flanked by two smaller knife drawers resting on four columnar supports, the main body comprised of three
Category

Early 20th Century Indian Sideboards

Materials

Bone

Vintage Oval Travertine Coffee Table, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Elegant travertine coffee table with an oval knife edged table top resting on a reeded travertine
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Vintage oval travertine coffee table, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Elegant travertine coffee table with an oval knife edged table top resting on a reeded travertine
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Mid Century Butcher Block
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
, high frame and double-sided drawer. The block with backboard and knife slot resting on it. Traces of
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Butcher Blocks

Materials

Beech

E. de Christiani 19 Century “Still life with Peaches”, 1899 Oil on canvas
Located in TEYJAT, FR
, meticulously rendered in oil on canvas. A paring knife and a split peach rest on a rustic tabletop, evoking
Category

Antique 19th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Christofle Silver Knife Rests
By Christofle
Located in New York, NY
Set of 6 sterling silver plate knife rests in original box. Each measures: 2 7/8 long x .5 Wide x
Category

20th Century French Modern More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of Six Brass Knife Rests, Dachshund Dog, France Mid-Century Modern
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Set of Six Brass Knife Rests, Dachshund Dog, France Mid-Century Modern Brass knife rests in the
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Knife Boxes

Materials

Metal, Brass

Hilliard Thomason Knife Rests, 1908
Located in Savannah, GA
A set of four sterling silver Hilliard & Thomason knife rests, Birmingham, 1908. 3 inches wide by
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

4 Antique Silver Fox Knife Rests
By William Hutton Sons
Located in London, GB
Four finely-detailed, and rather unusual, Edwardian, silver knife rests in the form of running
Category

Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Eight Danish Art Deco Knife Rests
Located in Bellport, NY
Eight Danish silver plated Art Deco knife rests. Excellent condition, would suit both the
Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of Lucite Dachshund Knife Rests
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 6 dachshund lucite knife rests. French. Art Modern. 4 1/2" W, 1 3/8" D, 1 5/8" H.
Category

20th Century French Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Lucite

Art Deco Sandoz Gallia Animal Knife Rests
By Marcel Eduoard Sandoz
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine collection nine Art Deco French silver plated animal knife rests designed by Marcel Edouard
Category

Vintage 1930s Tableware

Materials

Metal

Edles Zinn Pewter Animal Knife Rests
By Edles Zinn
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A set of six animal knife rests each measuring approximately 3 1/2" long, 7/8" wide and 1 1/8" high
Category

20th Century Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Pewter

Pukeberg Sweden Cowrie Shell Knife Rests
By Pukeberg Sweden
Located in Riverdale, NY
Charming Pukeberg Sweden Cowrie Shell Cardholders/Knife rests with original boxes. There are now 10
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

12 Etched Crystal Knife Rests. Antique, Original Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A classic and elegant set of knife rests that so practically protects your linens. Presented in
Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Glass

Materials

Crystal

Set of 12 Green Majolica Cicada Knife Rests
Located in Austin, TX
Set of 12 green majolica cicada knife rests from South of France (Provence).
Category

Vintage 1950s French Rustic Serving Pieces

Materials

Ceramic

Christofle Knife Rests, Set of 6, c. 1900
By Christofle, Alfenide
Located in Ross, CA
Set of six knife rests made by Christofle in the late 19th century. Stamped Alfenide, a brand of
Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

12 Metal Knife Rests by Christofle Gallia
By Christofle, Gallia
Located in Bochum, NRW
12 silvered metal knife rests represented as stylized animals. Alfenide metal. Designed by
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Era Czechoslovakian Boxed Glass-Knife Rests
Located in Troy, MI
Circa 1930s set of twelve Bohemian glass knife rests in their original blue satin lined box. Clear
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Glass

Mid-Century Modern Set of Cat Knife Rests
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-Century Modern set of 12 cat knife rests, chrome plated, French.  Measures: 2 3/4" W, 5/8" D, 1
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Chrome

Emaux De Longwy Art Deco Pottery Knife Rests
By Faïenceries et Emaux de Longwy
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine quality pair French Art Deco Emaux de Longwy pottery knife rests decorated in bright enamels
Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Pottery

Materials

Pottery

Christofle Silver Plate Knife Rests Set Of Twelve
By Christofle
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A stylish set of twelve (12) knife rests by Christofle. In two original boxes, made in France ca
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

1995, Baccarat Set of 12 Vega Knife Rests
By Baccarat
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1995 modern Baccarat set of 12 Vega knife rests of pure rectangular form, each signed. Original
Category

1990s French Glass

Materials

Glass

French Majolica Vegetable Knife Rests, Set of 6
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Lovely French Majolica knife rests featuring vegetable with their leaves. The area where you set
Category

20th Century French Pottery

Materials

Earthenware

Christofle Art Deco 12 Knife Rests, circa 1930
By Christofle
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Christofle Art Deco modernist set of 12 knife rests, Ondulation silver plate designed by Luc Lanel
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Tableware

Set of 9 Majolica Horses Knife Rests, circa 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Set of nine French Majolica horse knife rests, circa 1950. Art Deco style.  
Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Suite of 12 Silver-Plated Dog-Shaped Knife Rests, 1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Suite of 12 silver-plated dog-shaped knife rests, 1980. Suite of 12 silver-plated dog-shaped knife
Category

20th Century French Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 12 Early 20th Century Silver Plated Knife Rests
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful set of 12 silver plated knife rests. The sides are decorated with graceful ornaments
Category

Vintage 1910s French Louis XVI Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plate Horse Knife Rests Set of 10
Located in North Miami, FL
This whimsical set of 10 silver plate horse knife rests set are perfect for your entertaining and
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 12 Green Majolica Knife Rests, Vallauris, circa 1950
By Sarreguemines
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 12 green Majolica knife rests, made in Vallauris, France circa 1950. These beautiful knife
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Set of Twelve Porcelain Alsaciens Knife Rests, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Rare French set of twelve Porcelain Alsaciens knife rests circa 1920. They wear the traditional
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 12 Knife Rests by Gallia for Christofle
Located in Long Island City, NY
Set of 12 French Art Deco silver plated knife rests designed by Sandoz for the Gallia line of
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Set of Twelve Baccarat Vega Crystal Knife Rests
By Baccarat
Located in CA, CA
A set of beautifully spare and minimal 1950s “Vega” oblong crystal knife rests, each signed. Set of
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal

Art Deco Sandoz for Gallia Silver Plated Animal Knife Rests
By Christofle, Sandoz
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine set six Art Deco French silver plated animal knife rests designed by Sandoz two as pigs, two
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 12 Red Majolica Knife Rests Vallauris, circa 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Set of 12 red Majolica knife rests. Vallauris, circa 1950.  
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 11 Green Majolica Knife Rests Vallauris, circa 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Set of 11 green Majolica knife rests. Vallauris, circa 1950.  
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Sharpening Steel and Knife Rest Stand Set Antique Austria, 1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful antique knife rest stand with dragon feet sides. Made of metal.,it will make a nice
Category

Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal

Vintage Silver Plated Art Deco Knife Rests-Set of 12
Located in Ross, CA
Vintage French silver plated Art Deco knife rests, set of 12.
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of Six Silver Plated Pineapple Motif Knife Rests
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A set of six silver plated figural flatware knife rests in the form of pineapples, circa 1950s
Category

20th Century German Hollywood Regency Tableware

Materials

Metal

12 Spanish Hallmarked Silver Knife Rests with Scolloped Cabriole Feet
Located in CA, CA
A dozen early 20th century Spanish hallmarked silver knife rests with ornate scolloped cabriole
Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Belle Époque Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Set of Twelve Majolica Vegetables Knife Rests Vallauris, circa 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Set of 12 yellow knife rests with vegetables (carrots, eggplants, cabbages, mushrooms, radishes
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

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Knife Rest For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the knife rest you’re looking for. Each knife rest for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and ceramic. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect knife rest — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each knife rest bearing Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made knife rest over the years, but those crafted by Christofle, Gallia and Edouard-Marcel Sandoz are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Knife Rest?

Prices for a knife rest start at $130 and top out at $4,200 with the average selling for $750.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Knife Rest
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To rest a knife politely, place it on the edge of your plate. Do not pick your knife up until you need it to cut your food or spread butter. Shop a variety of antique and vintage knives on 1stDibs.