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 Art Deco Crystal and Silver Plate Caviar Bowl Dish Chiller Server circa 1930
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Atlanta, GA
This superb Art Deco crystal caviar serving bowl, dish, or chiller was designed and crafted by WMF, circa 1930. The server boasts a chic form, featuring a rounded, blown crystal cont...
Crystal, Silver Plate
Hammered Silver Plated Flower Petal Bowl by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in New York, NY
Hammered, silver plate bowl. WMF was originally called Metallwarenfabrik Straub & Schweizer and was opened as a metal repairing workshop. Through mergers and acquisitions, by 1900 th...
Silver Plate
WMF Art Deco Tazza in Patinated Silver
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Tilburg, NL
WMF Art Deco Tazza in patinated silver. Germany, first half of the 20th century. Elegant and stylish Art Deco tazza / serving dish in patinated silver...
Metal, Silver Plate
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Large Silver Plated WMF Bowl with 18 Gilt Cups
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Haarlem, NL
Large, heavy and unique one-of silver plated WMF bowl or tureen made in 1894. This bowl is something special, its size and the fact that it still has its 18 original cups which a...
Brass
WMF Art Nouveau Sugar Bowl Copper Plated, Secession c1900s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in High Peak, GB
P0317 Very stylish WMF Art Nouveau Secession copper plated and brass sugar bowl with original lift up lid, two brass handles and embossed decoration throughout. This antique sugar b...
Metal, Brass, Copper
Punch Bowl of Women Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Punch bowl WMF signature on the foot: wmf i/0 = Normal thickness of gilding or silver-plating, i.e. one gram of deposited silver spread over an area of one square decimetre. Style:...
Metal
Dog Punch Bowl, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1910, Argentor, WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Argentor of Vienna
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Punch Bowl Argentor Argentor The firm Argentor Werke was located in Wimbergerstra§e, in one of the inner districts of Vienna, a site where different metal-ware companies gathered tog...
Crystal, Metal
Punch Bowl with Deer Style, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1910, WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Punch Bowl WMF Firms: ox: Oxidized. The impresse decoration is blackened with a solution of sulphuret of potash and the flat areas are polished to a matt finish with pumice WMF G: I...
Metal
Punch Bowl Style: Liberty, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, 1900, WMF, Material: Bronze
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Punch Bowl WMF Style: Art Nouveau year: 1900 Country: Germany Materials: bronze and crystal Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums We have specialized in the sale of Art...
Crystal, Bronze
1960s WMF Modernist All Purpose Bowl Fraser's Stainless
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s WMF Cromargan Fraser's Stainless Box 11.75 long x 5.25 d x 1.88 h Bowl 12.25 x 4.38 w x 1.5 h Original vintage condition with original box included. See all images.
Stainless Steel
Punch Bowl Style, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, 1880, Signed WMF, with Ladle
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Punch Bowl WMF WMF G with ostrich = The first WMF impressed mark, used from 1880 to 1925 for silver-plated Hollow-ware, and until 1930 for export articles. The Geislingen firm of S...
Metal
Punch Bowl Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Punch Bowl WMF Style: Art Nouveau year: 1900 Country: Germany Materials: silver plated Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums We have specialized in the sale of A...
Metal
Punch Bowl with Deer Style and peacock , Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1910
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Punch Bowl WMF Style: Art Nouveau Materials: Silver plated and Crystal year: 1910 We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982.If you ha...
Crystal, Metal
W.M.F. Silver Plate and Glass Punch Bowl, Germany, circa 1900
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
W.M.F. silver plate and glass punch bowl, Germany, circa 1900.
Silver Plate
Silver Travertine Narrow Bowl
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introducing our exquisite silver travertine NARROW Bowl, a fusion of elegance and functionality. Crafted from luxurious travertine natural stone, this stunning bowl is a testament to...
Travertine
19th Century Signed Tiffany Vine Pattern Sterling Silver Bowl
By Charles L. Tiffany
Located in Savannah, GA
This delightful vine pattern sterling silver bowl by Tiffany features a daisy motif around the top side rim, and is monogrammed Margaret Foster Smith 1893. The piece is marked on the...
Sterling Silver
Silver Travertine Bowl XL
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introducing our stunning Silver Travertine PEDESTAL Bowl XL, a captivating fusion of style and utility. Crafted from premium silver travertine stone this stunning statement piece wit...
Travertine
WMF Art Nouveau Plate
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
WMF Art Nouveau plate silver plated brass Germany about 1900-1910
Silver Plate, Brass
Italian Art Deco Style Blown Glass Punch Bowl Set of 14
Located in Miami, FL
In excellent condition is this 14-piece blown glass punch bowl set made in Italy. The set is consisting out of a large punch bowl with 12 glass cu...
Art Glass
19th Century French Provincial Bowl
Located in New Orleans, LA
19th century French Provincial earthenware bowl with glaze. Was used for preparation, cooking and serving. This charming rustic bowl ha1998 two small handles and a pour spout on one ...
Pottery
$39
H 4.5 in W 3.25 in D 3.25 in
Vintage Art Deco Krome Kraf Farber Bros Silver Plated Sugar Bowl Bakelite Handle
By Farber Bros.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Art Deco Krome Kraf Farber Bros Silver Plated Sugar Bowl with Bakelite Handle. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 4.5" H x 3.25" Diameter
Silver Plate
Large 19th Century Swedish Wooden Trencher Bowl
Located in Chireno, TX
Large 19th century Swedish wooden trencher bowl. Hand carved wood serving trencher or dough bowl. Note: Original/early finish on antique and vintage met...
Wood
Large Blue Enamel Krenit Bowl by Herbert Krenchel
By Herbert Krenchel, Krenit
Located in Stockton, NJ
A large blue enamel Krenit bowl by Herbert Krenchel.
Metal
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
$325
H 2.5 in W 16.25 in D 15.75 in
Vintage English Silver MFG Victorian Silver Plated Large Clam Shell Dish Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage English Silver MFG Victorian Silver Plated Large Clam Shell Dish Bowl. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 2.5" H x 16.25" W x 15.75" D.
Silver Plate
$307
H 6.23 in W 6.3 in D 2.25 in
Antique WMF Silver-Plated Art Nouveau Salt Cellar Spice and Mustard Menagere Set
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite antique salt and spice cellar with centered mustard pot menagere is a stunning example of Art Nouveau design by the renowned German manufacturer WMF (Württembergische ...
Crystal, Silver Plate, Pewter
Silvered Brass Punch Bowl with Cut Glass Insert by WMF, Germany, circa 1910
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Mesmerizing punch bowl out of the renown manufactury of WMF in Germany. Made in the Art Nouveau period around 1910, the flawless cut glass bowl was set in a larger, artfully designed...
Brass
WMF Art Nouveau Silver Handled Bowl
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful WMF handled bowl from the Art Nouveau period with beautiful patina and original glass.
Silver, Britannia Standard Silver
Sold
H 3.75 in Dm 13.98 in
Beautiful Large Brassware Bowl on Pedestal by WMF, Art Deco, Germany, circa 1920
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Paris, FR
This beautiful large bowl is made of brass with lacquer and metal application representing a mediterranean landscape. The back is silvered. The bowl sits on a silvered pedestal. WMF stamp...
Brass
Hallmarked WMF Glass Amber Large Bowl
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in North Miami, FL
Lovely amber to orange unusual WMF glass bowl. This german manufacturer always was on top of the mark. it has the original paper label as shown in the photos. The size is wonderful...
Glass