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).
Champagne Cooler Style, Art Deco, 1930
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Marble, Chrome
Antique German Art Noveau Hammered Silver Plate Ice Bucket or Wine Cooler
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Antique German Art Noveau Hammered Silver Plate Ice Bucket or Wine Cooler Signed WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik.
Silver Plate
Pair of Champagne Coolers, Art Nouveau, Jugendstil, Liberty, 1859, Sign: Wmf
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our Argentina galleries are shipped directly to your address via air freight. • Simplified Customs Management: We handle the processing of export permits and the payment of customs duties. You will receive your purchase without additional paperwork or surprise costs. • High-Security Packaging: Following FedEx international standards, each piece is protected in custom-made wooden crates, designed to withstand 1-meter impacts and ensure the integrity of the object during transit. • Note for shipments to the USA: To comply with shipping company regulations and ensure delivery at the destination, a valid tax ID (EIN, SSN, or ITIN) is required. • Domestic US Shipping: For those pieces available in our United States storage, logistics are managed through 1stdibs. Personalized Restorations Our team of expert artisans offers restoration services tailored to your aesthetic preferences and design needs: • Cabinetry and Polishing: We perform polishing work on woods, allowing for transitions from light to dark tones (including deep black finishes). • Upholstery: We reupholster chairs and armchairs with fabrics or leathers of your choice, guaranteeing a high-quality finish. • Lighting: We adapt ceiling lamps by shortening smooth rods to adjust them to the height of your rooms. • Metal Treatment: * Restoration of chromed or silver-plated bronze pieces to their original state. o Chroming or silver-plating services for bronze objects. Personalized Quotes: We would be delighted to advise you and provide a quote for any intervention according to your personal taste. Pair of Champagne cooler...
Metal
WMF Champagne / Wine Cooler with a Hunting scene, Wild Elk Ornament Handles
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
WMF Champagne / wine cooler with a Hunting scene, Wild Elk Ornament Handles. It has a scene of dogs running a hare, one of dogs running an elk, and one o...
Metal
Champagne Cooler Style, Art Nouveau, Jugendstil, Liberty, Year: 1900, Signed Wmf
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Metal
Champagne Cooler Style, Art Nouveau, Jugendstil, 1900, Signed Anezin Y Cia WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Metal
2 Wine Coolers, Style: Art Nouveau, Jugendstil, Liberty, Year: 1900, Germany
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Wine Cooler 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 Art D...
Metal
silver-plated mid century CHAMPAGNE COOLER designed by Kurt Mayer for WMF 1950s
By Kurt Mayer, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Mannheim, DE
Elegant vintage champagne cooler manufactured by WMF. Designed by Kurt Mayer. Silver-plated metal. Signed to bottom WMF. Dimensions in cm: Height 22 cm, diameter top 20,8 cm, diamet...
Silver Plate
Antique Copper & Brass Art Nouveau Wine Cooler or Ice Bucket Planter WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Greer, SC
Stunning Arts & Crafts / Art Nouveau era ice bucket or planter, created from copper and brass. Manufactured by WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, which in English means Wurtembe...
Brass, Copper
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
WMF Silver Plate Modern Champagne Bucket Cooler Germany circa 1950
By WMF Ikora, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in New York, NY
A WMF silver plated champagne bucket cooler from Germany circa 1950. Stamped on the underside WMF. WMF (formerly known as Württembergische Met...
Silver Plate
Cup, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, German, 1910, Sign: WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Metal
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
Wine Cooler Art Nouveau WMF Fabric
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Wine cooler Art nouveau WMF fabric origin Germany, circa 1915 perfect condition pewter and bronze materials. Art nouveau, modernist art or modernism was an international artistic and...
Pewter
Silver Plated Designer Champagne Cooler WMF Kurt Mayer Design, 1950s
By Kurt Mayer, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Oirlo, LI
This beautiful silver plated wine champagne cooler is a real elegant classic. The design is by Kurt Mayer from 1953 for the company WMF. A unique item to have at home and fits into...
Silver Plate
Extremely Rare Art Déco Champagne Cooler from the Company WMF, Documented
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Köln, NW
Extremely unusual rare German Art Déco champagne cooler from the company WMF. Metal silver plated. Handles in wood, black ebonized. Handmade. Stamped: company brand WMF. Beehive ma...
Metal
Art Deco Style Square Wine Cooler Solid Silver
By Puiforcat
Located in Paris, FR
This champagne bucket is in the typical spirit of the Art Deco movement, with a square shape, and two geometric handles. Each bucket is made of solid silver and it will last forever....
Silver
$338 / item
H 17.72 in W 25.6 in D 13 in
Pond Big Mirror Polished Steel Champagne Holder Designed by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Pond is a steel champagne holder that can also be used as an ice bucket, imbuing every space with a sophisticated and timeless accent. Designed by Aldo Cibic, this piece was crafted of steel with a polished finish that plays with the surrounding light, highlighting the elegant curves of its silhouette. Pond is perfect whether in a domestic space and restaurants or lounge bar.
Steel
Arthur Court Rabbit Hinged Ice Bucket or Wine Cooler
By Arthur Court
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Whimsical Arthur Court rabbit hinged ice bucket or wine cooler, realistically cast and modeled figure of a standing rabbit, with gemstone eyes, hin...
Aluminum, Brass
Mounted Taxidermy Hunting Fox with Rifle
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Mounted taxidermy hunting fox with rifle. The fox is beautifully finished with backpack, hunter's hat and ammunition belt. A real eyecatcher.
Leather
Large Silver Plate Champagne Bucket Wine Cooler Napoleon Bonaparte
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Wonderful French silver plate champange wine cooler or ice bucket Bought from a dealer on Marche Biron at Paris antiques markets Big size so can fit 10 bottles, great for a party In...
Silver Plate
19th Century Silver Plated Medicis Champagne Bucket or Wine Cooler
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This elegant champagne bucket, dating from the Napoleon III period (circa 1870), is crafted in the refined Médicis form, a timeless silhouette inspired by classical antiquity and hig...
Silver Plate, Silver Leaf
$750
H 9.5 in W 12 in D 8.5 in
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Silver Plate Champagne Bucket, Wine Cooler
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This early twentieth century French Art Deco period silver plate footed champagne bucket features classic Art Deco motifs. Spiral florettes and a gadrooning garland motif surround th...
Silver Plate
$550Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.05 in W 1.38 in D 2.09 in
Figurative Toothpick Holder Stand WMF Art Nouveau Antique Silverplated
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This cute antique Art Nouveau figurative toothpick holder by WMF is a delightful representation of the period's artistic sensibilities. Crafted from silver-plated pewter in a material known as "Britannia Metall," this piece exudes a certain charm and whimsy that is characteristic of Art Nouveau design. The toothpick holder features a figurative scene depicting a young boy cradling a dachshund puppy in his arms. This tender and endearing scene captures a moment of affection and companionship between the boy and his furry friend. The attention to detail in rendering both the boy's features and the dachshund's playful expression showcases the skilled artistry of the WMF craftsmen. "Britannia Metall" refers to a high-quality pewter alloy that was favored during the Art Nouveau period for its malleability and durability. The silver-plated finish lends a touch of elegance to the piece, while still allowing the fine details of the figurine to shine through. WMF, or Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, was a renowned German metalware company that was at the forefront of Art Nouveau design. Their pieces are highly collectible and sought after for their exceptional craftsmanship and artistic merit. This antique toothpick...
Silver Plate, Pewter
Daniel Folkman Andersen – Art Nouveau Ceramic Champagne Cooler
By Daniel Folkmann Andersen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Daniel Folkman Andersen (1885–1959). Michael Andersen & Son, Bornholm, c. 1920 Art Nouveau-inspired champagne cooler in earthenware, featuring a vibrant polychrome glaze in rich...
Ceramic
Silver Plate Stag Champagne Cooler Wine Bucket Centrepiece
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Decorative silver plate stag champagne cooler of striking sculptural form The recumbent deer modelled with finely cast naturalistic detail, supporting a polished champagne bucket cra...
Silver Plate
$1,452
H 12.21 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Antique Art Deco Silver Plated Champagne Cooler Mappin & Webb 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an elegant large banquet sized antique English Art Deco silver plate champagne cooler bearing the makers mark of the renowned silversmith and retailer Mappin & Webb, and ...
Silver
$1,650Sale Price|25% Off
H 8.08 in Dm 10.04 in
Christofle Art Deco / Modern Design Champagne, Wine Cooler, France, 1970s
By Christofle
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Christofle Art Deco design champagne, wine cooler, France, 1980s. Very chic! We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1995. If you have ...
Metal
WMF Art Deco Champagne or Wine Cooler
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Milford, NH
A fine Art Deco champagne cooler with butterscotch bakelite center knob, made by WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) of Germany, with a WMF hallmark o...
Silver Plate
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
Monumental Silver Plate Centerpiece by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1900-1920s, silverplate, by WMF, Germany. Redolent of the Secessionist Vibe, this stunning silverplate masterwork from the workshops of WMF in Germany is perfect as a centerpie...
Silver Plate
Sold
H 15.95 in Dm 8.67 in
Large Art Deco chromed Brass Champagne or Wine Cooler from WMF, Germany, 1920s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Halle, DE
A rare and large impressive Art Deco Champagne or Wine Cooler from the WMF, Würtembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Germany, 1920s. With a beautiful amber-colored ball...
Chrome, Brass
WMF German Jugendstil Hammered Brass Twin Handled Ice Bucket
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish German Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) brass twin handled ice bucket made by WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) and dating from circa 1905. The ice bucket is of wide rounded...
Brass
Silvered Brass Champagne Cooler Art Nouveau by WMF, Germany, circa 1915
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Lovely silvered brass champagne cooler artfully processed by the famous company of WMF. Coming from the Art Nouveau period in Germany circa 1915, this beautiful designed silvered bot...
Brass
Brass Wine Cooler or Cachepot by WMF Art Nouveau, Germany, circa 1915
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Brass wine cooler or cachepot artfully made by the famous company of WMF from the Art Nouveauperiod in Germany, circa 1915. The great shaped brass bottle holder shows a beautiful emb...
Brass
German WMF Secessionist Silver Plated Ice Bucket
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Astoria, NY
German Secessionist silver plated ice bucket made by the Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik or WMF. The piece is decorated with a secessionist simp...
Metal
Hammered WMF Solid Brass Champagne Cooler/Ice Bucket, Jugendstil, 1930
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Rijssen, NL
Fantastic heavy solid brass champagne cooler/ wine bottle holder with handle. Jugendstil by WMF. Polished and stove enameled (The wine bottle is only decoration for the photo shooti...
Brass
Sold
H 10.25 in W 8.25 in D 1 in
WMF of Germany Art Nouveau Silver Plate Wine Champagne Cooler Figural Hollowware
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Big Bend, WI
WMF of Germany: Beautiful Art Nouveau silver plate wine / champagne cooler by WMF of Germany. This cooler features 3-D applied lily pads, vines, dragonfly, and waves along with a 3-D...
Silver Plate
WMF Champagne or Wine Cooler
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
WMF Vine cooler circa 1900
Silver, Tin