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).
WMF Cocktail Shaker Cut Crystal & Silverplated Metal Mid Century Modern Barware
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This stunning cocktail shaker from WMF dates back to the 1960s, showcasing a beautiful combination of cut crystal and silver-plated metal. The body of the shaker features a classic r...
Crystal, Silver Plate
1970s Cocktail Shaker WMF Cromargan by Jo Laubner in Stainless Steel
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Astonishing Cocktail Shaker WMF Cromargan by Jo Laubner in stainless steel. Made in Germany. This shaker is in excellent condition. Dimensions: diam 3,54 x 10,23 H inches Dimen...
Stainless Steel
WMF Art Deco Silver Plate Martini Cocktail Shaker, circa 1930
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Art Deco silver plate cylindrical cocktail or Martini shaker was crafted by silversmith WMF, Germany, circa 1930. The three-sectioned cocktail shaker has a removable ca...
Silver Plate
A 1930s Art Deco cut crystal and silver plated cocktail shaker by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in London, GB
A 1930s Art Deco cut crystal and silver plated cocktail shaker by WMF with silver plated top and cap, with internal, removable silver plated ice sieve. WMF was a leading global exp...
Crystal, Silver Plate
$2,850Sale Price|55% Off
19th Century Renaissance Revival Style Britannia Silver Plated WMF Beer-Tankard
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine and Elaborate German 19th Century Renaissance Revival Style Britannia Silver Plated Beer-Tankard by The Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF). T...
Silver Plate
Jugendstil Set of Silver Tantalus and Three Glass Decanters with Stoppers by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in North Miami, FL
Jugendstil/Art Nouveau Set of Silver Tantalus and Three Glass Decanters with Stoppers by german company Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF) By: W...
Crystal, Metal, Silver, Silver Plate
Antique WMF Wine Bottle Coaster Stand Holder Renaissance Revival
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A beautiful Renaissance Revival wine or spirits bottle holder or coaster made of patinated silverplated pewter called Britannia Metall. This beautiful bottle stand was made by WMF da...
Silver Plate, Pewter
$750Sale Price|25% Off
WMF Art Nouveau Cut Glass and Silverplate Liqueur Set C.1900
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Toronto, Ontario
WMF Art Nouveau cut glass and silver plate Liqueur Set C.1900. The silver plate set with liqueur jug and four glasses in holders, each with stylized art nouveau design engraved cryst...
Silver Plate
Silvered Art Deco Champagne Cooler, by Kurt Mayer 1960s ( marked by WMF )
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Wien, AT
Silvered Art Deco Champagne Cooler, by Kurt Mayer 1960s ( marked by WMF ) without handles 21cm with handles 27cm Original condition
Brass
Vintage Champagne Ice Bucket / Wine Cooler by WMF Design Wilhelm Wagenfeld
By Wilhelm Wagenfeld, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This rare silver-plated ice bucket is a refined example of Bauhaus-inspired Mid-Century Modern design, attributed to Wilhelm Wagenfeld for WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) an...
Silver Plate
A German Jugendstil beer mug - stein - tankard - pitcher by the WMF, ca. 1910
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Aachen, DE
A German Jugendstil beer mug - stein - tankard - pitcher by the WMF, ca. 1910. The polished pewter lid decorated with ornaments in the style of Patritz Huber. Stamped "i/o ox" and th...
Pewter
Elegant Pair of WMF Brass Champagne Coolers, Early 20th Century
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Knivsta, SE
Pair of WMF Brass Champagne Coolers, Early 20th Century An elegant and highly decorative pair of champagne coolers crafted in brass by the renowned German firm WMF (Württembergische...
Brass
Art Deco WMF Silver-Plated and Glass Cocktail Shaker
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
This chic bar accessory is made by the renowned manufacturer WMF. The shaker is in a very good condition. The shaker has a removable cap and strainer. It is marked underside the cap ...
Silver Plate
1960s Gorgeous Cocktail Shaker WMF Cromargan, Made in Germany
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous cocktail shaker WMF Cromargan. Made in Germany in stainless steel. This shaker is in excellent condition. Dimensions: diameter 3,54 x 10,23 height inches Dimensions:...
Metal
$734Sale Price|30% Off
Art Nouveau WMF Green Glass Claret Jug with Silver-Plated Raspberry Motif
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This stunning and extremely rare Art Nouveau claret jug by WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) is a masterpiece of early 20th-century craftsmanship, dating to around 1900. The j...
Silver Plate, Enamel
$557Sale Price|20% Off
Antique WMF Art Nouveau Empire Pattern Cookie Jar Barrel or Ice Cube Bucket
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Antique Art Nouveau Empire pattern biscuit barrel by WMF. High quality crafted from silverplated brass with a cut glass liner this piece can also perfectly be used as a ice cube to...
Silver Plate
Art Nouveau Engraved Crystal Decanter by WMF Liquor Carafe Claret Jug Floral
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite Art Nouveau liqueur decanter, crafted around 1900 by WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik), showcases the elegant design principles of the Jugendstil movement. The ...
Crystal, Silver Plate
Set of 6 Art Nouveau Goblets by WMF, Gilt Liquor Set, Germany circa 1910
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Superb 20th century Art Nouveau liquor set from the period around 1910 in Germany made by the renown company of WMF. An outstanding liquor set ...
Metal
Art Nouveau WMF Claret Jug and Stopper with Green Glass Liner
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Art Nouveau WMF green glass silver plated claret jug of stylised form, the mount depicting bathing maidens. The handle and finial modelled as a fruiting vine. Impressed maker's marks...
Glass
WMF Württembergische Metallwaren German Jugendstil Figural Gin Pourer
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish German Jugendstil silver plated novelty figural gin pourer by renowned makers WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) and dating from around 1900. The gin pourer is f...
Silver Plate
Wmf Silver Plated Crystal Lemonade / Cocktail Jug Engraved with Circle Motifs
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in London, GB
A WMF silver plated crystal lemonade / cocktail jug engraved with circle motifs. Mounted with a hinged silver plated lid and handle that opens to reveal t...
Crystal, Silver Plate
WMF Decorative Enameled Table Bar Nutcracker, Germany, 1920s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
A chromed table or bar nutcracker on an black/brown enameled bowl from the 1920s, executed by WMF - Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Germany. A very decorative and useful piece in...
Metal, Enamel, Chrome
Midcentury Corkscrew, Brass Bottle Opener & Humorous WMF Bird Peanutdispenser
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Humorous midcentury bird peanut dispenser (20 cm) by German WMF made during the 1970s. Accompanied by jumbo bottle opener in Rosewood and brass and a stylistically similar corkscrew ...
Brass, Stainless 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
Antique WMF Art Nouveau Wine Cooler Champagne Holder Ice Bucket Copper Brass 20s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Art Nouveau , Jugendstil wine cooler, champagne holder, ice bucket , copper body with brass handles from WMF = Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik - Germany manufacture 1920 Beauti...
Brass, Copper
$95
H 4.75 in W 1.63 in D 0.13 in
Dolphin Vintage Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany.
Metal, Brass
Antique English Cut Crystal and Silver Plate Wine Jug
Located in Bath, GB
A magnificent large wine jug, wonderful quality made from a hefty piece of crystal beautifully hand-cut. The naturalistic handle is just lovely, the collar and lid smothered with ...
Silver Plate
Brass Square Cocktail Shaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking and uniquely designed cocktail shaker featuring a refined square silhouette — an unexpected architectural departure from the traditional rounded form. The clean lines and ...
Brass
$60
H 4.25 in W 1.5 in D 0.75 in
Vintage Metal Girl Bottle Opener Mid-Century Modern Metal Breweriana Barware
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1960s bottle opener. Nice addition to your room or just for use at your bar or bar cart. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany.
Brass
Cocktail Shaker Cocktail Shaker
By Walker & Hall
Located in London, GB
A wonderful English Art Deco Silver Cocktail Shaker made by Walker & Hall in 1954. The shaker is exquisitely tapered and will make a good cocktail even better! A stylish blend of fo...
Silver
A French Art Deco 1930s Silver plated cocktail shaker
Located in London, GB
A French Art Deco 1930s Silver plated cocktail shaker, with stamped with hallmarks on the base. In good orignal condition with some light scratches consistent with age.
Silver Plate
$325
H 12 in W 7.5 in D 4.5 in
Vintage Bailey Banks & Biddle Art Deco Silver Plated Martini Cocktail Shaker
By Bailey, Banks & Biddle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Bailey Banks & Biddle Art Deco Silver Plated Martini Cocktail Shaker. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 12" H x 7.5" W x 4.5" D.
Silver Plate
$1,300Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 7.5 in Dm 3.25 in
Art Deco Hammered Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker / Set c.1930
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Bath, GB
A magnificent cocktail set which came to us as a set but started life on two different sides of the Atlantic; New York meets London! The cocktail shaker was made by the top-notch ...
Silver Plate
French Cocktail Shaker
Located in New York, NY
An authentic French Art Deco silver-plated cocktail shaker from the 1930s. Its sleek, tapered design and distinctive reeded band embody the sophisticated glamour of the era. This fun...
Silver Plate
19th Century English Tantalus Set with Cut-Glass Decanters, 1880s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century English tantalus set in a rare petite size. A tantalus is a decorative container, typically made of wood and metal. designed to securely...
Crystal, Metal
$325
H 10.5 in W 8 in D 5 in
International Silver Meriden SP Art Deco Silver Plated Martini Cocktail Shaker
By International Silver
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage International Silver Meriden SP Co Art Deco Hammered Silver Plated Martini Cocktail Shaker with "R" Monogram. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 10.5" H x 8" W x 5" D.
Silver Plate
Art Deco Cocktail Shaker Made by C. G. Hallberg, 1930s
By C.G. Hallberg
Located in Bochum, NRW
C.G. Hallbergs Guldsmeds AB - a Swedish Silverplate Cocktail Shaker, Circa 1930 — Modernist Scandinavian Barware. An exceptional example of early 20th-century Scandinavian design, th...
Silver Plate
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H 6.3 in W 3.55 in D 5.52 in
A German Jugendstil beer mug - stein - tankard - pitcher by the WMF, ca. 1910
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Aachen, DE
A German Jugendstil beer mug - stein - tankard - pitcher by the WMF, ca. 1910. The silver plated pewter lid decorated with ornaments of stylized blossoms. Stamped "N i/o ox" and the...
Pewter
Sold
H 8.27 in Dm 3.55 in
WMF Cocktail Shaker Cut Crystal & Silverplated Metal Vintage Mid Century Barware
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Vintage WMF cocktail shaker from the 1960s. The body is crafted from clear glass with an elegant, wheel cut diamond pattern, giving it a refined, m...
Crystal, Silver Plate
1970s Cocktail Shaker WMF Cromargan by Jo Laubner in Stainless Steel
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Astonishing Cocktail Shaker WMF Cromargan by Jo Laubner in stainless steel. Made in Germany. This shaker is in excellent condition. Dimensions: diam 3,54 x 10,23 H inches Dimen...
Stainless Steel
Art Nouveau Silver Plate Swan Decanter WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Newark, England
Glass Body with Silver Plated Mounts From our Glassware collection, we are pleased to offer this Art Nouveau Silver Plate Swan Decanter by WMF. The Deca...
Metal, Silver Plate
1990s Memphis Milano Style W.M.F. Serving Tray by Matteo Thun
By Matteo Thun, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An iconic acrylic tray designed by Italian Architect Matteo Thun and manufactured in Germany by W.M.F., it's original labeled and never used. Memphis Milano was a design movement tha...
Acrylic
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H 8.27 in W 14.97 in D 6.7 in
WMF Art Deco Champagne Cooler, for 3 bottles Vienna Around 1920s ( marked )
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Wien, AT
WMF Art Deco Champagne Cooler, for 3 bottles Vienna Around 1920s Rare model Brass polished and stove enameled Marked on Bottom
Brass
WMF Silver Plate Wine Carriage, c1920
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
WMF Silver Plate Wine Carriage, c1920 Additional information: Date : c1920 Origin : Gelsingen, Germany Decoration : Ornately cast wheels and handle. Pie...
Silver Plate
Mid-Century Modern Ice Bucket WMF Germany
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Ice bucket in frosted glass with a frame and handle in silver plated in the style of mid-century modern. Stamped WMF from Germany.
Stained Glass
W.M.F Art Nouveau Jugendstil Wine Cooler, Germany C.1900
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Toronto, Ontario
W.M.F Art Nouveau Jugendstil Wine Cooler, Germany C.1900. The hammered copper Cooler of large size, slightly tapered cylindrical form, the top decorated with art nouveau jugendstil p...
Brass, Copper
Mid-Century Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker by WMF, Germany
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Atlanta, GA
Amazing Mid-Century silver plate cylindrical cocktail or Martini shaker by silversmith WMF, Germany. Three-sectioned designed cocktail shaker with removable cap and strainer. Lovely ...
Metal, Silver Plate
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H 16.54 in W 14.57 in D 5.12 in
20th Century German Wmf Silver Plated & Cut Glass Tantalus, c.1900
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
20th Century German silver plated locking tantalus. Made by German company WMF which is the abbreviation of Wurttemburgische Metallwarenfabrik or Wurt...
Silver Plate
WMF Jugendstil Art Nouveau Claret Jug, C.1910
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Toronto, Ontario
WMF Jugendstil Art Nouveau Claret Jug, C.1910. Jugendstil Antique Silver plate finish and finely cut tapered paneled crystal. Decorated with Art Nou...
Silver Plate