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.
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WMF silvered candle holder germany around 1960s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Wien, AT
WMF silvered candle holder germany around 1960s Brass silvered Original condition
Brass
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 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
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
A WMF Stainless Steel Candelabrum, c1925
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A WMF Stainless Steel Candelabrum, c1925 Additional information: Date : c1925 Origin : Geislingen-an-der-Steige, Baden-Wuttemberg, Germany Decoration : Three flared conical sconces...
Sterling Silver
$2,363Sale Price|24% Off
H 21.5 in Dm 5 in
Pair Antique English Old Sheffield Plate Rococo 3-Light Candelabra
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Pair of exceptional quality antique English “Old Sheffield Plate” three-light rococo style candelabra with central snuffer flame finial which is removable to reveal a center candle. The rococo bobeches are original and removable and the candelabra can be converted to one Five-light Candelabrum or the three light branches can be removed to make a lovely pair of single Candlesticks...
Silver, Silver Plate, Copper
$1,250
H 11.5 in W 12 in D 3.5 in
Pair of Old Sheffield Plate Geo III Neoclassical Two-Light Candelabra circa 1800
By Adams
Located in valatie, NY
Pair of old Sheffield plate Geo III neoclassical two-light candelabra, circa 1800. The branch arms are removable to convert the candelabra into a pair of candlesticks. The oval bases...
Sheffield Plate
Pewter Candle Sconces by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Exquisite Pewter Wall Candle Sconces designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. * Pair (2) of Pewter Wall Candlestick Holders * Designer: Jus...
Pewter
Pair of 19th Century Georgian Sheffield Plate Candlesticks
Located in Richmond, VA
Pair of 19th century Georgian Sheffield plate candlesticks with gadroon borders and removable bobehces.
Sheffield Plate
Pair of Silver Plated Bronze Candelabras 19th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An exceptionally fine and matching pair of Louis XIV style four-light candelabra, in gleaming, silver-plated bronze. These striking candle holders are raised on tiered, octagonal bas...
Bronze, Silver Plate
19th Century Georgian, Sheffield Silver Plate Candlesticks, Pair
By Sheffield
Located in Soquel, CA
19th Century Georgian, Sheffield Silver Plate Candlesticks, Pair Pair of English, Georgian, George IV Sheffield silver plate candlesticks. Vintage, distressed silver finish. Silver ...
Sheffield Plate, Copper
Pewter Candle Holders by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Pewter Candle Holders designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. A fine set for a beautiful place. * Pair of small Pewter Candlestick Holders * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufactur...
Pewter
Pair of Cobra Candle Holders - France, Circa 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Exotic pair of brass candlesticks with intricate etched pattern and red enamel finish.
Triglav Candelabrum, Small H41, Stainless Steel, by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
Triglav - Candelabrum, small Original piece by Zieta, delivered with certificate. Polished stainless steel Candles included Measures: H 41 x 19 cm.
Stainless Steel
$3,850 / set
H 9 in W 7 in D 3 in
Wonderful Pair of Tiffany Studios Dore Bronze Art Nouveau Two Arm Candelabras
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of Tiffany Studios Poppy flower bud centers candelabrum, in the Art Nouveau Design finished in doré bronze gold finish Stamped: Ti...
Bronze
Sold|$1,165
H 9.85 in W 5.52 in D 3.94 in
Rudolf Steiner Dornach Hand Carved Pair Wall Candle Holders, Switzerland 1920s
By Rudolf Steiner
Located in Hannover, DE
These rare wall candle holders are something special and has decorative features for the classic walls. This pair of wall candle holders belonged to a wealthy anthroposophical family...
Wood
Pair of Victorian Silver Plated Four Light Candelabra
Located in Montreal, QC
While unmarked, these seem to us to be in the style of Elkington. The prevailing motif is fruiting vine, the stem, arms and drip pans continue the theme, the three legged base is als...
Silver Plate
A WMF Six Branch Candelabrum, c1905
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A WMF Six Branch Candelabrum, c1905 Additional information: Period : 1903-10 Origin : Gelslingen-an-der-Steige, Germany Decoration : Silver plated six branch candelabrum. Marked on ...
Silver
WMF Silver Plate Candelabrum, circa 1920
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
WMF Silver Plate Candelabrum, circa 1920 Additional Information: Date: c.1920 Period: Weimar Republic Origin: Gelsingen, Germany Decoration: Re...
Silver
Sold
H 6.75 in W 6.75 in D 3 in
WMF Art Nouveau Jugendstil Secessionist Candlesticks Candelabra, Germany
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Toronto, Ontario
WMF Art Nouveau Jugendstil secessionist candlesticks candelabra, Germany, circa 1900. The polished pewter silver plate candelabra each on rectangular bracket base, supporting open st...
Pewter
Pair of Silver Plated Five Arms Candelabras by W.M.F. circa 1900
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Two candelabras made in Germany by W.M.F, they are in the Art Nouveau catalogue of the factory. They can be used also like two single candlesticks.
Silver Plate
Pair of WMF Silver Plated Twin Branch Candelabra
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Pair of WMF silver plated twin branch candelabra on square pierced bases. Two scrolling arms, each with a removable sconce, and five flowers to the to...
Metal
Pair of Art Nouveau WMF 4-Branch Maiden Candelabra
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Pair of Art Nouveau WMF 4-branch candelabra, modelled as a maiden holding aloft a flower. Tendrils sprout from the flower, terminating in four foliate sconces. The maiden's flowing d...
Metal
Three-Arm Art Deco Candelabra by WMF Ikora, Germany
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Three-arm Art Deco candelabra by WMF Ikora, Germany. The Brutalist style surface is very rare.
Metal
20th Century WMF Maiden Candlestick Holder
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Haarlem, NL
Delightful elegant maiden candlestick holder of silver plate Brittania metal. Manufactured by WMF in 1906.
Pewter