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Wmf Britannia Metal Tazza
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Wmf Britannia Metal Tazza

19th century
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A fine quality WMF Britannia metal tazza. The piece is beautifully modelled and sculpted with a wonderful large sunflower surrounded by thistles. The design is placed asymmetrically on the tazza opposed by a small dragonfly on the rim. The piece is in good untouched condition with some wear and slight knocks. The tazza has the rare early WMFB mark which stands for the Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik company name and Britannia metal which was thier fine quality alloy. The whole has a great Aesthetic or early Art Nouveau period look and is a fine and interesting piece of early WMF metalwork. C.1890.

Overall sizes in inches:

7 ½ wide

7 deep

2 high

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

Prometheus Antiques has dated this Art Nouveau Metal Tazza to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1080178
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Description
A fine quality WMF Britannia metal tazza.
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The piece is beautifully modelled and sculpted with a wonderful large sunflower surrounded by thistles.
Prometheus Antiques

The design is placed asymmetrically on the tazza opposed by a small dragonfly on the rim. The piece is in good untouched condition with some wear and slight knocks. The tazza has the rare early WMFB mark which stands for the Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik company name and Britannia metal which was thier fine quality alloy. The whole has a great Aesthetic or early Art Nouveau period look and is a fine and interesting piece of early WMF metalwork. C.1890.

Overall sizes in inches:

7 ½ wide

7 deep

2 high

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Prometheus Antiques has dated this Art Nouveau Metal Tazza to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1080178
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An Art Nouveau Britannia metal tazza with relief carvings of flowers, foliage, and a dragonfly along the scalloped rim.
WMF Britannia metal tazza
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An Art Nouveau Britannia metal tazza with relief carvings of flowers, foliage, and a dragonfly along the scalloped rim.
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  • ObjectDecorative Dish
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialBritannia Metal, Pewter
  • ColourSilver Grey
  • MotifsDragonfly motif, Floral relief, Scalloped rim, Naturalistic foliage
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 19 cm (7 in) x D 18 cm (7 in)

This item is an Art Nouveau decorative dish dating from 1890, produced in Britannia metal with a silver grey colour finish. The piece takes the form of a tazza, featuring a scalloped rim and an asymmetrical design modelled with relief carvings of a large sunflower, thistles, and naturalistic foliage. A small dragonfly motif appears on the rim opposite the floral grouping, complemented by subtle wear and slight knocks across the untouched surface. The measurements are 5 cm high, 19 cm wide, and 18 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this decorative dish works well displayed on a sideboard top to hold small trinkets or simply to appreciate the metalwork. The design brings a naturalistic aesthetic to living spaces or dining rooms, fitting naturally into eclectic collections or period-inspired interiors as a standalone display item. Visitors will note the sculptural depth of the floral relief and the early WMFB mark stamped into the metal alloy.

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Art Nouveau metalwork, prominent between 1890 and 1910, is defined by sinuous lines, organic forms, and nature-inspired motifs such as flora, insects, and flowing foliage. Manufacturers like WMF popularised these designs using Britannia metal and pewter alloys cast in detailed low relief.

Jugendstil and Art Nouveau metal trays were frequently cast from Britannia metal, a pewter alloy composed predominantly of tin, antimony, and copper. This alloy allowed for highly detailed casting, which was often finished with electroplated silver, oxidised patinas, or polished pewter surfaces.

Authentic pieces usually feature stamped makers marks on the underside, such as the ostrich mark or initials like WMF alongside alloy stamps such as B for Britannia metal or I/O for normal silver plating. Look for crisp casting details, asymmetric floral motifs, and genuine signs of age-related oxidisation.

A metal tazza functions effectively on a sideboard top, entryway console, or coffee table as a decorative catch-all for small items. Placing the piece alongside contemporary glassware or matte ceramic objects creates a textured, curated vignette.

Clean the surface gently using a soft, non-abrasive cloth moistened with warm water and mild soap, ensuring the metal is dried thoroughly afterwards. Avoid harsh chemical polishes, abrasive pads, or dipping solutions, as these can strip original patinas, silver plating, or intentional factory oxidisation.
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