Edouard Marcel Sandoz (1881-1971) - Christofle, Gallia - Art Deco 12 knife rests modeled as animals

12 Gallia silver-plated animal figures designed by EDOUARD MARCEL SANDOZ (1881-1971) , 1930-1950 Original Art Deco set of 12 knife rests, modelled in different animals. Designed by Sandoz for Gallia, Chistofle. In the original case, France 1930. Dimensions of the case: H. 4 cm x L. 32. 5 cm x W. 28 cm. H. 1. 6 inches x L. 12. 8 inches x W. 11 inches. Average dimensions knife rests: H. 2. 5 cm x L. 9 cm x W. 2. 5 cm. H. 1 inch x L. 3. 5 inches x W. 1 inch. Design by Sandoz for Gallia, Christofle. Each piece has the Gallia stamp. Original case, marked Gallia. Silver-plated Gallia metal. In very good condition. Only the pelican is missing one leg. Literature: Metalkunst vom Jugendstil zur Moderne Karl H. Bröhan, Bröhan Museum Berlin. 150 ans d'orfèvrerie Christofle Chêne, Hachette. “De wereld van Art Deco” by Bevis Hillier. Duton, New York.