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Jugendstil Set of Silver Tantalus and Three Glass Decanters with Stoppers by WMF

Name: Jugendstil Set of Silver Tantalus and Three Glass Decanters with Stoppers by WMF
Brand: WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Price: 1700 USD
Availability: InStock

About the Item

Jugendstil/Art Nouveau Set of Silver Tantalus and Three Glass Decanters with Stoppers by german company Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF) By: Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF) Material: silver, glass, cut glass, metal, crystal, glass Technique: cast, etched, patinated, polished, molded, metalwork Dimensions: 9.5 in x 9.5 in x 13.5 in Date: Late 19th Century, circa 1885 Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Belle Époque, Arts and Crafts Place of origin: Germany This late 19th century tantalus was crafted by the German silversmith Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF). It contains a locking system opened by key to access three cut and etched glass decanters, each with a stopper. It features ornamental etched vegetal motifs and shields, with markings underneath: .'WMF' (manufacturer's hallmark), 'I/O' (purity mark; in this case it means regular silver coating is used) and 'X0' (process of the silver; in this case it means it's oxidized). One of the glass decanters exhibits interior markings from age and use over time, as seen in the photos. The glass displays some faint interior spotting and wear, typical of antique glassware. WMF is the abbreviation for Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, which in english means Wurtemberg Metalware Factory. WMF was created in 1880 after the successful merger of two Wurtemberg foundries, the Geislingen factory and the Esslingen factory. The first foundry was commercially more successful, while the second one was using a more advanced technology of galvanic silver deposition. In 1881 the Esslingen factory was dismantled and its equipment was incorporated into the Geislingen foundry. During the next thirty years WMF experienced a period of rapid expansion, which lasted until the beginning of the World War in 1914. The WMF silver-plated production made this period of time (1880-1914) is extremely popular among western antiques collectors. This is because these tableware and household items are considered as the best samples of Jugendstil/Art Nouveau style.

Creator:

WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (Maker)

Dimensions:

Height: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)

Style:

Jugendstil (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Crystal,Cut Glass,Glass,Metal,Silver,Silver Plate,Cast,Etched,Metalwork,Molded,Patinated,Plated,Polished,Silvered

Place of Origin:

Germany

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Circa 1885

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. One of the glass decanters exhibits interior markings from age and use over time, as seen in the photos. The cut crystal glass displays some faint interior spotting and wear, typical of antique glassware.

Seller Location:

North Miami, FL

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU8678236566632

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