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).
Pair of W.M.F. Plaques Signed Albert Mayer, Art Nouveau Period, Germany
By Albert Mayer, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of W.M.F. plaques signed Albert Mayer (1867-1944). Art Nouveau period, Germany, circa 1900.
Metal
Pair of Candelabras in Iron, German, 1890, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Pair of Candelabras Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty Sign: Number: 315 WMF= The first WMF impressed mark, used from 1880 to 1925 for silver-plated Hollow-ware, and until 1930 for exp...
Iron
Art Nouveau Jardinière With Floral Openwork Decoration, WMF Germany, Ca 1900
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
Diamond-shaped silver-plated vessel standing on four cantilevered feet, slightly flared body with openwork ivy leaf decoration playing around the heart-shaped cartouches set centrall...
Metal, Silver Plate
WMF art deco ikora glass BOWL karl wiedmann 1930s
By Karl Wiedmann, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Mannheim, DE
German Art Déco hand blown glass bowl designed by Karl Wiedmann for WMF (Wuerttembergische Metallwarenfabrik) in the 1930s. Orange, dark red and clear glass with powder inclusions. ...
Glass
Candle holder WMF silvered germany around 1920s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Wien, AT
Candle holder WMF silvered germany around 1920s Brass silvered Original condition
Brass
Pair of Gilt Metal Candlesticks W.M.F. Germany, Mid-20th Century
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of gilt metal candlesticks W.M.F. Germany, Mid-20th Century.
Metal
Early 1900 Century WMF Albert Mayer Art Nouveau Silver Metal Vase _ set of 2
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Brescia, IT
WMF vases Germany, 1900-1910 Silver metal Jugenstil Vases Excellent condition. WMF mark under the base
Silver Plate
$335Sale Price|20% Off
1980s Modern Silver Plated and Plexiglass Rectangular German Vanity Box
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This German vanity box from the 1980s is a wonderful example of how designers during that period experimented with blending traditional craftsmanship with new materials, resulting in...
Silver Plate
Bauhaus Art Deco 'Ikora' Art Glass Bowl by WMF in Germany, circa 1930s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing WMF 'Ikora' crackled art glass bowl, by Karl Wiedmann for WMF (Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik), 1930s Bauhaus Art Deco. It is made of glass with crackled details in gr...
Art Glass
WMF Secessionist Art Nouveau Pewter Inkstand of Rectangular Organic Flowing Form
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in London, GB
WMF. Secessionist Art Nouveau Pewter Inkstand. Germany. The inkstand is of rectangular organic form with stylized clovers to the front border, plain deep welled front, and smaller si...
Pewter
$12,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
Art Nouveau Pewter Vases Model 185 by WMF, Etched Glass, Circa 1900
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Pair of vases made of pewter with cut glass and acid etchings, manufactured by WMF-Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (1853 to the p...
Pewter
WMF Art Nouveau Vase and Centerpiece Set, Silver-Plated, Circa 1900
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
4-piece set consisting of two vases and a centerpiece for flowers, made of silver-plated bronze with cut glass, manufactured by WMF-Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (1853 to the pr...
Bronze
Albert Mayer WMF Art Nouveau Early 1900 Silver Metal ware Female Figure
By Albert Mayer, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Brescia, IT
Original early 1900 Excellent condition "WMF" mark impressed.
Metal
$861Sale Price|20% Off
German Glass Vase by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Bauhaus Art Deco
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Karl Wiedmann
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Glass vase Producer: WMF, Germany Designer: Karl Wiedmann Age: 1930s Description: Wonderful heavy Art Deco glass element designed by Karl Wie...
Art Glass
Vintage German Red Glass Solifleur Vase by Cari Zalloni for WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Cari Zalloni
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Red Glass Solifleur Vase by Cari Zalloni for WMF, in Very Good conditions. Additional information: Material: Glass Color: Red Country...
Glass
WMF, Arts & Crafts silver plated candlestick with bowl shaped drip tray & base
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in London, GB
WMF. An Arts and Crafts Silver plated candlestick with a bowl-shaped drip tray to the top with dot details, the main stem a central knop also decorated wit...
Silver Plate
WMF German Jugendstil Silver Plated Large Hound by Fritz Diller
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A scarce German Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik WMF Jugendstil silver plated model of a large standing hound by Fritz Diller and dating from circa 1906...
Silver Plate
$1,480Sale Price|20% Off
WMF Art Nouveau Flower Fruit Centrepiece, circa 1910
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Toronto, Ontario
WMF centrepiece with Art Nouveau floral decoration and the original clear glass liner and silver plate. The Dish on acanthus foliate supports, curvilin...
Silver Plate
WMF Art Nouveau Germany Silver Plate Jewelery Box, 1900s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Jewelery box, WMF - Germany, early 20th century Rectangular shape with scroll decorations, surmounted by a crown, internal fabric compartments, four curled feet, brand under the bas...
Silver Plate
Set of Three Blue Green Tone Heart Vases by Wilhelm Wagenfeld for WMF, 1960s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Set of three Turmaline vases heart vases Producer: WMF, Germany Design: Prof. Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus Decade: 1960s Description: Orig...
Glass
Large'Ikora' Art Glass Bowl, Produced, by WMF in Germany, 1930s by Karl Wiedmann
By Karl Wiedmann, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Verviers, BE
Large WMF 'Ikora' crackled art glass bowl German glass bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco. A decorative 'Ikora' glass bowl, produced, by WMF (Wurttembergis...
Art Glass
'Ikora' Art Glass Bowl, Produced, by WMF in Germany, 1930s by Karl Wiedmann
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Karl Wiedmann
Located in Verviers, BE
Large WMF 'Ikora' crackled art glass bowl German glass bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco. A decorative 'Ikora' glass bowl, p...
Art Glass
Art Deco WMF vase ( marked on bottom ) vienna around 1920s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco WMF vase ( marked on bottom ) vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled
Brass
WMF Art Deco Round Silver Plated Box with Glass Insert, Germany, 1910s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
WMF German Art Deco Round Silver Plated Box with Lid. A small Art Deco delicate silver plated box with nice details. Made in Germany. Silver-plated Art Deco WMF box...
Silver Plate
Rectangular Bubble Glass Vase by WMF Glas in Clear Color, circa 1970s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern German vase by WMF Glas, circa 1970. These beautiful clear colored vase brings a touch of fun and fantasy to any room. Made of very heavy art glass, this...
Art Glass
'Ikora' Art Glass Bowl, Produced, by WMF in Germany, 1930s by Karl Wiedmann
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Karl Wiedmann
Located in Verviers, BE
Large WMF 'Ikora' crackled art glass bowl German glass bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco. A decorative 'Ikora' glass bowl, p...
Art Glass
$351Sale Price|20% Off
Ikora Silver Plated Bowl by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in London, GB
A 1930s "Ikora" silver plated dish by by Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik AG (WMF) of Baden-Württemberg, Germany. With WMF IKORA mark to foot. In untouched condition, silver ...
Silver Plate
WMF Ikora Large Art Deco Bauhaus Glass Bowl, Dish or Vide-Poche 1930s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Karl Wiedmann, WMF Ikora
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Large German made art glass bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF (Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik), circa 1930s. This is a magical piece of glass - measuring a large 34cms / 13 inches (a...
Blown Glass, Glass
Box, Germany, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1890, Sign, WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Box Page: 299 in the Book – Art Nouveau Domestic Metalwork from WMF Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik: The English Catalogue 1906 Hardcover Signatures: WMF G with ostrich = The fir...
Metal
Bauhaus Art Deco 'Ikora' Art Glass Bowl by WMF in Germany, circa 1930s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing WMF 'Ikora' crackled art glass bowl, by Karl Wiedmann for WMF (Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik), 1930s Bauhaus Art Deco. It is made of glass with crackled details in re...
Art Glass
Set of 2 Ikora Glass Vases by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Germany, 1930s Bauhaus
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Karl Wiedmann
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Glass vase, set of 2 Producer: WMF, Germany Designer: Karl Wiedmann Age: 1930s Description: set of 2 Wonderful heavy Art Deco glass element d...
Art Glass
WMF. An Aesthetic Movement Copper Chamber Candlestick in the Dr C Dresser Style
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Christopher Dresser
Located in London, GB
WMF. An Aesthetic Movement Copper Chamber Candlestick and match book holder in the Dr C Dresser Style.
Copper
Pair of Antique WMF Cut Crystal with Silver Plated Mounts Seccessionist Vases
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of antique vases were made by the well known WMF company of Germany in approximately 1900 and done in a Seccessionist style. The vases ...
Crystal, Silver Plate
Bauhaus Art Deco 'Ikora' Art Glass Bowl by WMF in Germany, circa 1930s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing WMF 'Ikora' crackled art glass bowl, by Karl Wiedmann for WMF (Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik), 1930s Bauhaus Art Deco. It is made of glass with crackled details in re...
Art Glass
Vintage 1960s Turmalin Vase by Wilhelm Wagenfeld for WMF, Germany Bauhaus
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Glass vase Producer: WMF Württembergische Metallwaren Fabrik in Geislingen Designer: Wilhelm Wagenfeld Design: WMF turmalin series Decade: ...
Glass
$1,234Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Bauhaus Era Art Deco Box by WMF Ikora Design Breuhaus de Groot
By Fritz August Breuhaus de Groot 1, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This stunning and ultra rare hand-hammered Art Deco lidded box designed by Fritz August Breuhaus de Groot for WMF Ikora in the 1920s is a true masterpiece of the era. Its design is a...
Silver Plate, Brass
$564Sale Price|20% Off
Important Bauhaus Era Art Deco Bowl Dish by WMF Design Paul Haustein Ikora
By Paul Haustein, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Stunning silverplated reticulated Art Deco Bauhaus Era bowl or centerpiece by WMF probably designed by Paul Haustein dating to the early 1920.
Silver Plate, Brass
Rare Large Art Deco Flaring Centerpiece Bowl, WMF Ikora, Germany, 1930s.
By WMF Ikora, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Malmö, SE
Large and rare art deco flaring centerpiece bowl with amazing decor and original blown glass insert. Produced by WMF (WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) Ikora of Baden-Württembe...
Brass
French Art Nouveau Silvered Metal Bud Vase
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Nouveau silvered metal bud vase with removable etched glass inset within a base cast with a woman playing the harp (WMF).
Glass
Large Wilhelm Wagenfeld "Turmalin" Vase, 1950
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful large vase from the 'Turmalin' series by Wilhelm Wagenfeld for WMF, blown and cold cut-glass
Blown Glass
Art Deco WMF Hunting Motiv Jewelry Box, circa 1920s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco WMF hunting motiv jewelry box, circa 1920s Polished and stove enameled.
Brass
Vintage 1960s Set of 2 Ball Vases Turmaline Wilhelm Wagenfeld WMF Germany no.2
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Set of two Turmalin vases Producer: WMF, Germany Design: Prof. Wilhelm Wagenfeld BAUHAUS Decade: 1960s Original vintage 1960s set of 2 Vase...
Glass
WMF Jugendstil Brass Desk Blotter, Hand-Crafted in Germany, Circa 1910
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish German Jugendstil brass roller desk blotter by renowned makers WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) and dating from around 1910. The des...
Brass, Steel
Antique Twisted Three Handled Glass and Silver Plate Biscuit Box, circa 1890
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bath, GB
A really unusual biscuit box (it would make the most wonderful ice bucket too); made from glass and silver plate which is marked EPNS and 1/0 which I believe is made from the famous ...
Silver Plate
Pair Of Art Nouveau WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik Candleholders
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of Art Nouveau style German silver-plate three light candleholders by WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik. The candleholder with three trumpet form holders conjoined with a ...
Silver Plate
Vintage 1960s Set of Three Turmalin Vases by Wilhelm Wagenfeld for WMF, Germany
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Set of three Turmaline vases Producer: WMF, Germany Design: Prof. Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus Decade: 1960s Description: Original vintage...
Glass
Vintage 1960s Set of 2 Ball Vases Turmaline by Wilhelm Wagenfeld for WMF Germany
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Set of two Turmalin Vases Producer: WMF, Germany Design: Prof. Wilhelm Wagenfeld BAUHAUS Decade: 1960s original vintage 1960s set of 2 ...
Glass
Rare Hand-Hammered Brass & Bronze Arts & Crafts Jardiniere or Wine Cooler by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful quality and stylish antique jardiniere. This rare and marvelous design Arts & Crafts jardinière is beautifully decorated with organic yet symmetrical Jugendstil motifs. In...
Brass, Bronze
Pair of German Late 19th Century Jugendstil Silver Plated WMF Cherub Candelabras
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of German Jugendstil late 19th century silver plated candelabras from the Wurtemberg Metalware Factory, with cherubs holding the bobèches. Born in Germany in the Württembergis...
Silver Plate
WMF Silverplate Modernist Plate Sigrid Kupetz Design with Small Oval Bowl
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
WMF silver plate modernist plate Sigrid Kupetz design with small oval bowl, both by Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik, mid-20th century. The plate is ...
Silver Plate
Exceptional Large Bauhaus Floor Vase by Wilhelm Wagenfeld for WMF ca. 1950
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Exceptional Large Bauhaus Floor Vase by Wilhelm Wagenfeld for WMF ca. 1950 A very rare floor vase designed by Wilhelm Wagenfeld in 1950 and manufactured by Wuerttembergische Metalwo...
Art Glass
Sculptural Brass Candleholder Object by Günter Kupetz for WMF, Germany 1950s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Günter Kupetz
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Candleholder Producer: WMF, Germany Design: Günter Kupetz Decade: 1950s Material: brass Description: ...
Metal
WMF Secessionist Art Nouveau Pewter Inkstand of Rectangular Organic Flowing Form
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in London, GB
WMF. Secessionist Art Nouveau Pewter Inkstand. Germany. The inkstand is of rectangular organic form with stylized clovers to the front border, plain deep welled front and smaller si...
Pewter
Vintage Green "Perlora" Glass Vase by Walter Drexel for Wmf, Germany, 1960s
By Walter Dexel, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Glass Vase Producer: WMF Württembergische Metallwaren Fabrik in Geislingen Designer: Walter Dexel Decade: 1960s Description: original sup...
Glass
WMF Art Nouveau Sollifleur Whit Detailt Claire Engraved Glass
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Verviers, BE
WMF Art Nouveau Sollifleur whit Detailt Claire engraved glass. The piece is in excellent condition and a real beauty! Photography fails to capture the beauty of the piece. ?In...
Blown Glass, Cut Glass
Vintage 1960s Set of 2 Turmalin Vases by Wilhelm Wagenfeld for WMF, Germany
By Wilhelm Wagenfeld, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Set of 2 Turmalin vases Producer: WMF, Germany Design: Prof. Wilhelm Wagenfeld Bauhaus Decade: 1960s Original vintage 1960s set of 2 v...
Glass
$583Sale Price|20% Off
WMF Ikora Stampt Table Lamp Designed by Karl Wiedmann in the 1950s
By Karl Wiedmann, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Verviers, BE
This table lamp was designed by Karl Wiedmann in the 1930s and manufactured by WMF Ikora in the 1950s. The lamp is made of glass with Ikora technology. With original WMF changeover s...
Art Glass
German Glass Bowl by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1930s Baushaus Art Deco
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Karl Wiedmann
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Glass bowl Producer: WMF, Germany Designer: Karl Wiedmann Wonderful heavy Art Deco glass element designed by Karl Wiedmann and produced WMF, Ger...
Art Glass
Midcentury Extra Large Hotel Candle Holder in Bronze Silverplated by WMF Germany
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Midcentury Extra Large Hotel Candle Holder in Bronze Silverplated by WMF Germany Beautiful candle holder or candlestick Made in Germany by WMF, brand imprinted from the manufacturer in the 1970s. The candle holder is of very big dimension, made for the Hotel environment. It has a solid and heavy base of bronze ( 7,5 KG or 17 lbs !) and is silver plated outside. It takes total 9 candle...
Silver Plate, Bronze
Large WMF Ikora Art Deco Metal Vase Dark Color Emerald Blue Green with Bronze
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Hamburg, DE
WMF Ikora Art Deco metal vase dark color emerald blue green with bronze, Asian inspired decor Art Deco style. WE ARE HAPPY TO PROVIDE A PRICE QU...
Metal