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).
WMF Art Nouveau Aperitif Serving Tray
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in NANTES, FR
Art Nouveau aperitif server or pin tray, circa 1900. Silver-plated metal with ginkgo biloba leaf decoration, handle decorated with a woman. Stamped WMF. In very good condition. Note ...
Silver Plate
Art Deo Catch All Jewelry Dish by WMF Silverplated Wiener Werkstätte Style
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Elegant Art Deco silverplated catch-all dish by WMF, finely crafted in the Wiener Werkstätte style. The piece features a beautifully scalloped edge and richly embossed floral and fol...
Metal, Silver Plate
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Frog Motif Dish/ Vide-Poche by Achile Gamba-WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Nouveau Frog Motif Dish/ Vide-Poche by Achile Gamba-WMF Whimsical motif of a flute playing frog romancing fish in a lake. Stamped Achile Gamba a...
Pewter
WMF Art Deco Tazza in Patinated Silver
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Tilburg, NL
WMF Art Deco Tazza in patinated silver. Germany, first half of the 20th century. Elegant and stylish Art Deco tazza / serving dish in patinated silver...
Metal, Silver Plate
Early WMF Large Hammered Brass Charger or Tray
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Chicago, IL
WMF large hammered brass charger or tray.
Brass
WMF Little Trays with Putti, Jugendstil, Copper, Early 20th Century
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
The photos don't show the sophistication of these old WMF little plats, ( model 365 and 365) because there is the reflection of the light on the metal. Alloy of silver, lead and copper . Perfect to present sweets or for business cards and mail. Suitable also hanging under two wall lights , with fabric fans...
Copper
Silver Travertine Narrow Bowl
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introducing our exquisite silver travertine NARROW Bowl, a fusion of elegance and functionality. Crafted from luxurious travertine natural stone, this stunning bowl is a testament to...
Travertine
$236Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.88 in W 8 in D 4 in
Hand Crafted Triangle Shaped Enameled Copper Tray / Bowl, 20th Century
By Paolo De Poli
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Hand Crafted Triangle Shaped Enameled Copper Tray / Bowl, 20th Century.
Copper, Enamel
Carl Auböck Model #3431 'Knopferl' Brass Tray
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carl Auböck Model #3431 'Knopferl' Brass Tray Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural Viennese tray is executed in patinated and p...
Brass
Silver Travertine Bowl XL
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introducing our stunning Silver Travertine PEDESTAL Bowl XL, a captivating fusion of style and utility. Crafted from premium silver travertine stone this stunning statement piece wit...
Travertine
Pair of Wiener Werkstatte Brass Bowls by Dagobert Peche
By Wiener Werkstätte, Dagobert Peche
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of brass bowl in stepped concentric form designed by Dagobert Peche (Austrian, 1887-1923) and for Wiener Werkstatte circa 1910s-1920s. In the iconic style of Vienna Secession,...
Brass
$1,738Sale Price / item|35% Off
H 2.7 in W 26.2 in D 15.7 in
Marble Tray Marquina Color with Leather Straps, Large
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Marble trays with leather straps and brass bottom reinforcement. Leather tips on the legs to avoid scratching surfaces. Marble is a non-foliated m...
Marble
Early 20th Century Gathering Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
Early 20th century oak splint gathering basket with a large wood handle and plenty of room for holding berries, vegetables, or any myriad of floral. Today it's perfect for hanging on...
Oak
Mothership Catch All by FurthurDesign, Handblown Glass Catch-All, 2026
By Furthur Design
Located in New York, NY
The Mothership Catch All, as the Hampton Coliseum in Virginia was affectionately dubbed by concertgoers, uses blended color bands to embody the spirit of the venue where the Grateful Dead played their infamous secret show billed...
Blown Glass
Vide Poche, Art Nouveau Period, in Bronze with Gold and Black Patina
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This vide poche is from the Art Nouveau period. It is in bronze, the reclining woman is in gold color, and the rest of the item is in a brown/ black patina. It has been made in fran...
Bronze
$164Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.79 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in
Art Nouveau Grand Vide Poche by Porcelaine de Paris, Maxims de Paris
By Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Porcelaine de Paris
Located in London, England
Very large empty rectangular pocket "Maxims de Paris" in its original box with a decor inspired by the legendary works of Henri Toulouse Lautrec, paint...
Ceramic
$1,738Sale Price / item|35% Off
H 1.57 in W 23.62 in D 15.78 in
Marble Tray, Bidasar Tone with Leather Straps, Large
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Bidasar Marble trays with leather straps and brass bottom reinforcement. Bidasar Marble Tray with an unfinished texture. Rain forest Indian marble, also known as Bidasar, is the fine...
Marble
Art Deco Large WMF Ikora Silver Plated Bowl Center Piece
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bochum, NRW
Art Deco Large WMF Ikora Silver Plated Bowl Center Piece This rare vintage bowl is a stunning example of Bauhaus – German Art Deco from the 1930s. Crafted from silver-plated brass, ...
Silver Plate, Enamel
WMF Britannia Metal Fruit or Sweet Dish
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : WMF Britannia metal fruit or sweet dish Date : c1910 Origin : Gieslingen-an-der-Steige, Germany Decoration : Classic art nouveau decorationwith floral repousse work and ele...
Silver Plate
WMF Art Nouveau Aperitif Serving Tray
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in NANTES, FR
Art Nouveau aperitif server or pin tray, circa 1900. Silver-plated metal with ginkgo biloba leaf decoration, handle decorated with a woman. Stamped WMF. In very good condition. Tota...
Silver Plate
Art Nouveau Jewelry Dish
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Art Nouveau jewelry dish. Origin Germany circa 1920. Perfect condition. Electro silver technique. Sealed by WMF and by Bazar Paris Bs As. Art nouveau, m...
Metal
WMF Art Nouveau Visiting Card Tray Made in Germany, circa 1900
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Toronto, Ontario
An Art Nouveau Continental Pewter visiting card tray made in Germany circa 1900 by WMF. The octagonal shaped Tray with a circular centre with a fema...
Pewter
Ikora Silver Plated Bowl by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in London, GB
A 1930s "Ikora" silver plated dish by by Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik AG (WMF) of Baden-Württemberg, Germany. With WMF IKORA mark to foot. In untouched condition, silver ...
Silver Plate