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).
Art Deco Karl Wiedmann WMF Ikora Table Or Side Lamp, Germany, 1930s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Karl Wiedmann, WMF Ikora
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful classic Art Deco table or side lamp from the 1930s by Karl Wiedmann, executed by WMF Germany. The lamp has a solid green, blue and s...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Karl Wiedmann Art Deco WMF Table Lamp in Art Glass with Original Shade 1930s
By Karl Wiedmann, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Tilburg, NL
Karl Wiedmann Art Deco WMF Table Lamp in Art Glass with Original Shade, Germany, 1930s. Wonderful and very original WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) table lamp designed by K...
Glass, Art Glass
Art Deco Table Lamp by WMF, Chromed Bronze, Germany, Circa 1930, 47 cm
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Table lamp designed by WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik). Made entirely out of chromed bronze. Germany, CIRCA 1930.
Bronze
WMF Table Lamp Illuminator Coppered and Signed Brass, Germany, 1930
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Milano, IT
WMF table lamp illuminator coppered and signed brass, Germany, 1930.
Brass
Art Deco Table Lamp Design: Wmf, 1920, in Silver Bronze and Glass
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Table lamp Art deco Materia: silver bronze and glass Style: Art Deco Country: German To take care of your property and the lives of our customers, the new wiring has been done. We ...
Chrome
Art Nouveau WMF Table Lamps, Bronze, Tall Design, Germany, Circa 1906
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Pair of tall table lamps by WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik).Catalogued as a "flower vase" and with N° 450 & N° 450a in that category. "WMF Catalogue" (1906), p. 373. Germa...
Bronze
$1,701Sale Price|20% Off
WMF Ikora Table Lamp / Wall Reflector in Bauhaus Manner from the 1930s Chrome
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Vienna, Austria
An unusual WMF Ikora lamp from the 1930 s in chrome. It has a ball and socket system to very the angle of the shade in relation to the table and wall. The s...
Metal
Vintage WMF Red, Orange, White Black Glass and Chrome Sphere Table or Desk Lamp
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning and artful Art Deco original vintage glass lamp is from the fine and noted German metal company of WMF whose span of decades of business has produced top line pieces in many mediums. It is red glass with swirls and veining of black set against the red sphere ball. It becomes a sea of orange red with hints of amber amoebas floating on and off when it is lite. It is an early one all with original but newly nickeled silver hardware. It has been fully rewired and restored for United States sockets and use. The bulb is on the inside and has the two part socket with the round turn off /on switch. When lite, the most amazing beautiful sculptural glow, color and forms take shape inside almost like sea creatures from the water. The glass portion alone is 12" H x 13" D. Sorry the photos do not do justice to show you the on presentation of gorgeous light and forms. This now just needs a great white drum shade. It is of the period of the 1930s but looks so modern. This is unusual, sculptural and artistic from the time period yet remains modern looking. It makes a great table or side lamp with sculptural internal forms when it is lite. This is a beauty. When it is on at night, the forms are amazing with great color of orange and reds floating amoeba like forms. It is also just beautiful just turned off. It does not seem Art Deco but very modern looking now. This is a sexy lamp...
Nickel
unique art deco IKORA Glass table light base by Karl Wiedmann WMF, Germany 1950s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Karl Wiedmann
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Glass table light base by Karl Wiedmann. Producer WMF, Germany, 1950s. This table lamp was designed by Karl Wiedmann in the 1930s and manufactured by WMF in the 1950s. The lamp ...
Metal
Art Deco WMF Ikora Table Lamp in the Style of Paul Haustein School, 1930s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Paul Haustein
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant Art Deco WMF Ikora table lamp in the style of Paul Haustein School. With a golden dragon figure. Manufactured probably in 1930s in Germany. Exec...
Brass
Rare Bauhaus Five-Arm Silver Plated Brass Candelabra by William Wagenfeld
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in New York, NY
An elegant, German Mid-Century Modern candelabra or centrepiece by Former Bauhaus Student and Master William Wagenfeld. The five-arm model presents a...
Seltene Art-Déco-Tischlampe WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Wien, AT
Eine sehr seltene Art Deko Tischlampe, Lampenfuß aus geschliffenem, färbigen Kristallglas WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik - Metallmontierung 1920er - 1930er Jahre Deutschland
Cut Glass
Art Deco Table Lamp "Ikora" by Paul Haustein for WMF, Model 110 / 216, Germany c
By Paul Haustein, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Cork, IE
UK & EUROPE CUSTOMERS: PLEASE CONTACT US FOR A CUSTOMIZED SHIPPING QUOTE! A silver-plated brass body, which was "fire-patinated" in a newly developed chemical process, makes this "Ikora" table lamp a true example of how technological innovation drove exceptional design in 1920s Germany! During the late 1920s WMF developed new techniques involving chemical reactions on precious metals and glass to produce its celebrated "Ikora" collection. By using a stopping-out method to create the pattern and adding Ammonia to blacken the brass during a high temperature firing process, a playful, yet geometric pattern was achieved, which gives this lamp a timeless Art Deco aesthetic. Originally designed in 1928 by Prof Paul Haustein as a decorative metal container with lid, WMF decided to also use this design for this table lamp with model number 110 / 216 The lamp is wired for two E27 light bulbs and the central column can be easily extended by up to 8 cm (3.1 in) by loosening and tightening a small handle next to the two light sockets. This allows for different light effects as well as mounting larger lamp shades...
Silver Plate, Brass
Mid Century Modern Vintage Green Burnt Orange Glass Table Lamp WMF Germany 1940s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
The table lamp shows a multicolored glass ball base with two pressure switches. A special feature of the table lamp is, that one bulb lights the glass ball from inside and the secon...
Brass
Green Art Deco IKORA Table Lamp by Paul Haustein for WMF, Model 251 / 169a
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, WMF Ikora, Paul Haustein
Located in Cork, IE
UK & EUROPE CUSTOMERS: PLEASE CONTACT US FOR A CUSTOMIZED SHIPPING QUOTE! Truly a collector's item, and colored in the most attractive "Tiffany-Green", this is probably the only Paul Haustein WMF Ikora table lamp model 251/169a on the market today - if not the only one! "Fire-patinated" in a newly developed chemical process, this "Ikora" table lamp is an outstanding example of how technological innovation drove exceptional design in 1920s Germany! The distinctive green of this lamp was achieved by treating the brass with an iron-copper-vitriol mixture, also known as japanning bath...
Brass
Austrian Art Nouveau Bronze Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
Lovely period Austrian Art Nouveau bronze table lamp. This beautifully detailed, high quality Austrian bronze lamp has been newly wired and would w...
Bronze
Welsh Copper Illuminated LEADERS Trade sign
Located in London, GB
Welsh Copper Illuminated LEADERS Trade sign An original Welsh illuminated copper trade sign from the 1970s. A highly decorative object because of its typography style and wording “L...
Copper
Art Deco Table Lamp, 1930s, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
Restored: nickel polished, rewired Glass with small dent at a base, see photo, no effect on function, not visible when mounted. 1x40W, E25-E27 bulb US plug adapter included.
Nickel
Art Deco "Skyscraper" Chrome Table Lamp with Starburst Splatter Shade, 1930s
Located in Bainbridge, NY
European Streamline chrome-plated brass Skyscraper table lamp with Czech glass end of day star shade. Featuring a stepped skyscraper column, 1930s white glass starburst splatter shade...
Brass, Chrome
$2,009
H 16.93 in W 8.08 in D 8.08 in
French Art Deco Geometric Oak Table Lamp with Linen Shade, Late 1930s
Located in The Hague, NL
This table lamp originates from France and dates to the late 1930s. It features a geometric wooden base with a distinctly architectural character typical of the period. The oak base...
Linen, Oak
Art Nouveau lamp circa 1910
Located in NANTES, FR
Beautiful Art Nouveau lamp, circa 1910. Brown-veined alabaster shell. The base is bronze with floral decoration. Electric and in perfect condition. Total Height: 52 cm Shell Diamete...
Alabaster, Bronze
French Art Nouveau Floral Foliage Table Lamp in Bronze
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful cast bronze floral design Art Nouveau table lamp, France, 1930s. This exquisite table lamp features two flowers standing on a plant, one of them holds the light bulb. This ...
Bronze
$2,186
H 16.15 in W 14.18 in D 16.54 in
Art Deco Bauhaus Brass Table Lamp GLEIBO by Hillebrand, Germany 1930s
By Egon Hillebrand
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This vintage large original Hillebrand brass desk lamp was designed and manufactured in Germany in the 1930s. Typical streamline design and heavy quality. The lamp works with an E26...
Brass
Art Nouveau table lamp
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Art Nouveau brass table lamp. Probably made in Austria. Beautiful patina, opal glass shade. 1 E27 socket Cable has been replaced.
Brass
Maurice Bouval Bronze Art Nouveau Table Lamp
By Maurice Bouval
Located in Dallas, TX
French Art Nouveau Maurice Bouval Bronze Table Lamp Signed: “M. Bouval” Circa 1900 Bronze Foundry Stamp: Thiebaut Freres / Foundeurs / Paris Measurement: 17 x 6 x 6 1/2 in. (43.2 x...
Bronze
$8,864
H 22.45 in Dm 15.75 in
Swedish Art Deco Table Lamp in Green Patinated Bronze & Pleated Shade, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Josef Frank
Located in Odense, DK
A refined Swedish Art Deco table lamp from the 1930s, crafted in bronze with a beautifully aged green patina. The elegant columnar base features stepped and ringed detailing, resting...
Bronze
Art Deco WMF Ikora Paul Haustein "Congo" Table Lamp
By WMF Ikora, Paul Haustein
Located in Bochum, NRW
Paul Haustein for WMF — Art Deco “Congo” IKORA Silvered & Patinated Brass Covered Jar Lamp, Model 110/216, circa 1929 Rare and striking Art Deco IKORA covered jar lamp designed b...
Silver Plate, Brass
Art Deco WMF Ikora Red Glass Table Lamp, 1930s Germany
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
German Art Deco WMF Ikora Red Glass Table Lamp, 1930s Germany. The red glass is intense red and looks just great. The base is made of glass and illuminated from the inside. The la...
Chrome
Art Nouveau Copper, Brass and Glass Cabochons Table Lamp WMF 1900
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Nouveau copper, brass and glass cabochons table lamp with beaded fringe by WMF ca. 1900. Literature: ”Art nouveau domestic metalwork from Württembergische Metallwaren Fabrik 19...
Brass, Copper
Glass Desk Lamp by Karl Wiedmann for WMF Ikora, 1950s Made in Germany
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Karl Wiedmann
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Glass desk light by Karl Wiedmann. Producer WMF, Germany, 1950s. This table lamp was designed by Karl Wiedmann in the 1930s and manufactured by WMF Ikora in the 1950s. The l...
Metal
Art Deco WMF Paul Haustein "Ikora" covered jar lamp.
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco silvered and patinated brass and ivory Ikora covered jar lamp (model no. 110/216, circa 1929). Designed by Paul Haustein for WMF, Germany. To...
Brass