WMF Art Nouveau Plate
About the Item
- Creator:WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 2.76 in (7 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 7.49 in (19 cm)
- Style:Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:1900-1910
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Vienna, AT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU117422424302
WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
The fine brass, copper and silver metalware produced by distinguished manufacturer Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF) has adorned the tabletops of restaurants, hotels and homes around the world. WMF is especially prized by collectors for its Art Nouveau works of the late 19th century and Art Deco pieces manufactured throughout the early 20th century.
WMF traces its beginnings to 1880 when the merger of Straub & Sohn and Ritter & Co. formed the public limited company Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik. The company initially focused on tableware and decorative pieces, such as vases and planters. In 1892, WMF introduced its patented “perfect hard silver plating,” a technology that distributes twice as much silver to the sections of cutlery that experience the most wear, allowing the whole piece to hold its luster longer than other silver-plated products.
In 1905, WMF acquired a majority holding of Orivit AG, a company in Cologne that manufactured products from a tin alloy, further expanding its range of materials. By 1910, its main facility in Geislingen, Germany, employed 4,000 workers. It had branches in Vienna, Warsaw and London, and printed a catalog in 12 languages.
As a German business, WMF experienced extensive asset loss in the aftermath of the world wars. However, by 1950, its main facility once again had a workforce of more than 3,000 employees, and its high-quality products returned to popularity. There was an increase in demand for its Cromargan cutlery as well as work by WMF’s preeminent lighting designer, Wilhelm Wagenfeld.
By the 1960s, WMF’s main facility had 5,800 employees. More factories were opened to keep up with demand. WMF is now one of the largest manufacturers of metalware in the world and continues to produce pieces of superb quality. The company has over 200 branches in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, and owns branches in 40 other countries.
On 1stDibs, explore serveware, decorative objects, lighting and more from Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF).
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Vienna, Austria
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 7 days of delivery.
- Glass Platter by Karl Wiedmann for WMF IkoraBy WMF IkoraLocated in Vienna, ATBeautiful handblown bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora from the 1930s.Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Platters and Serveware
MaterialsArt Glass
- Steel Plate by HagenauerBy Werkstätte Hagenauer WienLocated in Vienna, ATSteel hammer pattern coppered. Made by Hagenauer in Vienna in the 1950s. Very good used condition.Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
MaterialsCopper, Steel
- Art Nouveau Carved Shell PlateLocated in Vienna, ATArt Nouveau carved shell plate, great artisan quality, made in France, circa 1900. Beautiful original condition.Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Barware
MaterialsShell
- Large WMF Ikora CenterpieceBy WMF Württembergische MetallwarenfabrikLocated in Vienna, ATBrass plate on four cabriole feets silver plated from the 1920s. Restored.Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Centerpieces
MaterialsBrass
- WMF Milk Jug and Sugar BowlBy WMF Württembergische MetallwarenfabrikLocated in Vienna, ATWMF milk jug and sugar bowl from about 1920's. shipping costs to US 80 EurosCategory
Vintage 1920s Serving Pieces
MaterialsSilver Plate, Brass
- Marvelous Christofle Tea and Coffee Set with Ebony HandlesBy ChristofleLocated in Vienna, ATSet of five silver plated service, consisting of mocha and teapot with ebony handles, cream jug, sugar tray and tray, on the underside punctured company name, silver plated metal out...Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
MaterialsMetal, Gold Plate, Silver
- WMF Art Nouveau German Silver-Plated Metal Sugar Bowl.By WMF Württembergische MetallwarenfabrikLocated in Prato, TuscanyWe kindly suggest that you read the entire description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our objects. Exceptional and very distinctive German silver-plated metal sugar bowl...Category
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate
MaterialsSilver Plate
- WMF Rare Art Nouveau Silver Plated Cutlery Set for 24 PersonsBy WMF Württembergische MetallwarenfabrikLocated in London, GBAn extremely rare WMF silver plated cutlery set for 24 persons in the original Art Nouveau cabinet with silver plated organic stylised mounts and the complete original Art Nouveau cutlery...Category
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Tableware
MaterialsSilver Plate
- Art Nouveau WMF Double Small Cup Holder Silver PlatedBy WMF Württembergische MetallwarenfabrikLocated in Weiningen, CHArt Nouveau WMF double small cup holder silver plated.Category
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Platters and Serveware
MaterialsCrystal, Silver Plate
- A Very Good Art Nouveau Silver Plated Gallery Tray, England Circa 1900Located in Ottawa, OntarioA very good & highly stylized Art Nouveau period silver plated gallery tray of navette form, showing an oval base surrounded by a striking open-work gallery of interlaced loop-shaped...Category
Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate
MaterialsSilver Plate, Copper
- Antique Art Nouveau Silver Plated Oval Serving Tray with Raised Floral MotifLocated in Hamilton, OntarioThis antique silver plated oval serving tray is completely unsigned, but believed to have been made in England in circa 1920 in the Art Nouveau style. The tray has an elongated oval ...Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate
MaterialsCopper
- Art Nouveau Wine Bottle Holder by WMFBy WMF Württembergische MetallwarenfabrikLocated in Austin, TXA beautiful wine or spirits bottle presentation holder of fine plate silver, featuring an Art Nouveau design. by the celebrated German metal-smiths, WMF. Marked: WMF (Württembergisc...Category
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate
MaterialsMetal, Silver Plate