WMF Art Nouveau Silver-Plated Double Picture Photograph Frame, circa 1905

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WMF Art Nouveau Silver-Plated Double Picture Photograph Frame, circa 1905

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WMF ART NOUVEAU NICEST DOUBLE PICTURE PHOTOGRAPH FRAME MADE CIRCA 1900 / 05 SILVER-PLATED METAL FRAME This superb frame is of breathtaking appearance - it is manufactured in following manner: The silvered metal frame depicts a handsome maiden being visible in middle area. She holds branches from which flower's blossoms as well as leaves are growing out. Additionally, the figurine and the mentioned floral decorations are edged by stylized ornaments of celtic design running along at lateral sides as well as at area below. Original backside and easel existing. MANUFACTORY: WMF GERMANY GEISLINGEN DATING: circa 1900 - 05 MATERIAL: METALWARE, SILVER-PLATED TECHNIQUE: ELECTROTYPE METALWARE TECHNIQUE MARKS: WMF mark isn't visible here (the WMF mark is covered by frame screwed on backside). BIBLIOGRAPHY: This photograph frame is listed in following book (look, please, at referring picture, too, we have added here): Art Nouveau Domestic Metalwork / from Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (English Catalogue of 1906) / Reprinted 1998, page 305, picture number 32/2. MEASURES: HEIGHT: 25.8 cm (10.15 inches) WIDTH: 32.5 cm (12.79 inches) DEPTH: 11.0 cm ( 4.33 inches) - measured in standing position, supported by easel MADE CIRCA 1900 - 05 CONDITION: EXCELLENT (there aren't any imperfections existing) the spots visible on pictures are deriving from shining of metal in light _____________________________________________________________________________

Creator:
WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 10.15 in (25.79 cm)Width: 12.79 in (32.49 cm)Depth: 4.33 in (11 cm)
Style:
Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Silver
Place of Origin:
Austria
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1900-1905
Condition:
(there aren't any imperfections existing) the spots visible on pictures are deriving from shining of metal in light.
Seller Location:
Vienna, AT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU101443646392

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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.

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