Ercuis - Knife rest (12) - Arceaux - heavy-gauge silver metal plate.

Ercuis produces knife rests known as 'Arceaux,' crafted from heavy-gauge silver metal plate that emphasizes both durability and decorative appeal. Knife rests serve to keep knives off the tablecloth, maintaining cleanliness and etiquette during meals. Ercuis, a French silversmith with a long heritage, is known for producing elegant dining accessories often sought after by collectors and enthusiasts of fine tableware. The heavy-gauge silver metal offers weight and stability, while the design—Arceaux—may feature arch-inspired motifs aligning with sophisticated French decorative styles. Such pieces fuse practical function with refined artistry suited for formal dining.