Drinking set - Silverplated - WMF

A complete matched set of six cup holders by WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik), the German silverware manufacturer based in Geislingen. The holders are formed in the Jugendstil manner — the German expression of Art Nouveau — with ornamental relief decoration at the rim connections, characteristic of WMF's output from the first decade of the twentieth century. The body is pewter with silver plating throughout. Each holder bears the impressed WMF mark and model number 345, confirming that all six pieces originate from the same production run and providing a secure basis for attribution. Condition is Good: there is age-commensurate wear and minor losses to the relief decoration at the upper rim connections on several of the holders; the plating on the main body surfaces presents without significant pitting or losses beyond what is expected for pieces of this age. No repairs or restorations were noted. Offered as a complete set of six.

Size: 6.5 x 6.5 cm.