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German Art Deco Rally Car Desk Compendium by WMF
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From our Collectables category, we are thrilled to offer to the market this rare example Art Deco Rally Car Desk Compendium by WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik). The Desk Compendium comprises of a beautifully cast period silver plated pewter Rally car ( likely modelled on the Mercedes 28/95 or 37/90) with a driver and co-driver sat upon a raised plinth base with loral wreath detailed front pen tray. Hidden within the rally car is the original partitioned stamp tray in the bonnet (hood) and the original glass inkwell in the boot (trunk), both enclosed underneath the relevant lids. To the bonnet of the rally car there is an engraving which reads “On To The Centenary” which refers to the next milestone being a century or 100 year anniversary. The pen tray of the Desk Compendium has been engraved with three different engravings. From left to right the engravings read “Presented by the Members of the Young Zorastrian C. Club” (later Zoroastrian), Diamond Jubilee Slow and Steady 1928 with the Young Zorastrian C. Club Monogram (YZCC) and “To the President Mr. M. P. Bharucha In Appreciation of his Valuable Services.” To the right edge of the base there is the WMF Ostrich hallmark used between circa 1910 – 1928 and the letter H. The Art Deco Rally Car Desk Compendium WMF dates to the prolific Art Deco period circa 1928.
- Creator:WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 6.5 in (16.5 cm)Width: 14.97 in (38 cm)Depth: 9.45 in (24 cm)
- Style:Art Deco (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1928
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Newark, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: YBDYDD1stDibs: LU6971244330152
WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
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).
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