Drop Leaf Trolley
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts
Iron
Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century Rustic Carts and Bar Carts
Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Carts and Bar Carts
Wood
Antique Early 17th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Teak
Mid-20th Century Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Neoclassical Carts and Bar Carts
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Federal Carts and Bar Carts
Glass, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Birch
Vintage 1920s English British Colonial Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
20th Century Italian Louis XVI Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts
Iron
Early 20th Century Italian Carts and Bar Carts
Satinwood, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Laminate, Wood, Teak
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Wood, Laminate, Teak
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Cherry
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Laminate, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Stone
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Regency Revival Carts and Bar Carts
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Mahogany, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Oak, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Laminate, Rosewood
Vintage 1940s American American Classical Carts and Bar Carts
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Maple
Early 20th Century American Regency Carts and Bar Carts
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Carts and Bar Carts
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Metal
Antique Early 1900s English Neoclassical Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century American George III Serving Tables
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Walnut, Formica
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables
Glass, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Painted Furniture
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables
Walnut, Laminate
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dessert Tables and Tilt-top T...
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables
Oak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Walnut, Pine
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Walnut
20th Century American Federal Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Carts and Bar Carts
Glass
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Teak
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Teak
Vintage 1950s Swiss Carts and Bar Carts
Formica
20th Century European Carts and Bar Carts
Wood
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
- 1
Drop Leaf Trolley For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Drop Leaf Trolley?
Finding the Right bar-carts for You
Forever a sleek and elegant furnishing that evokes luxury and sophistication, a vintage bar cart will prove both functional and fabulous in your living room.
Bar carts as we know them were originally conceived as tea trolleys — a modest-sized table on wheels, sometimes featuring both an upper and lower shelf — to help facilitate tea service during the Victorian era in England. Modern bar carts weren’t really a common fixture in American interiors until after the end of Prohibition in the 1930s, when they were rolled onto the sets of Hollywood films. There, they suggested wealth and status in the dining rooms of affluent characters.
As tough as the 1930s had been on the average working American, the postwar era yielded economic stability and growth in homeownership. Increasingly, bar carts designed by the likes of Edward Wormley and other furniture makers became an integral part of sunken living rooms across the United States in the 1950s.
Bar carts were a must-have addition to the sensuous and sleek low-profile furnishings that we now call mid-century modern, each outfitted with the finest spirits and savory snacks that people had to offer. And partially owing to critical darlings like Mad Men, vintage cocktail carts have since seen a resurgence and have even become a selling point in restaurants.
Bar carts not only boast tremendous utilitarian value but also introduce a fun, nostalgic dynamic to the layout of your space, be it in the bar area or elsewhere. In addition to showcasing your favorite bottles of rye and local small-batch gin — or juices and mocktail ingredients — there is an undeniable allure to stacking statement glassware, vintage martini cocktail shakers and Art Deco decanter sets atop your fully stocked mid-century modern bar cart. And one size or style doesn’t fit all — an evolution of cocktail cart design throughout history has yielded all manner of metal bar carts, rattan carts and more.
We invite you to add a few more dashes of class to cocktail hour — peruse the vast collection of antique and vintage carts and bar carts on 1stDibs today.
- What is a drop-leaf table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A drop-leaf table has a fixed section in the center and a hinged section, or leaf, on each side that can be folded down.
- How does a drop leaf table work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021A drop-leaf table features a fixed section and one or more foldable sections. The well-made hinges hold the fixed and foldable sections and allow the leaves to pop up. These sections are anchored with the help of swing-out legs for secure placement. Find antique and vintage drop-leaf tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A drop-leaf table is a type of table that has a fixed portion in the center and foldable portions on either side joined by hinges. These foldable portions can be dropped and closed to save space when the table is not in use. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage drop leaf dining tables.
- How do I date a drop-leaf table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To date a drop-leaf table, first look for saw marks. If you see straight ones, your table likely dates back to before the early 19th century. Pieces made after should show curved saw marks. A licensed furniture appraiser can assist you with determining an exact date. Find a range of expertly vetted drop-leaf tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The first drop-leaf tables emerged during the era of the early 17th century. These first pieces usually feature a gate leg that swings out to support the leaf. Drop-leaf tables with side brackets debuted in the early 19th century. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of drop-leaf tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023While you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, the best way to identify an antique drop leaf table is to work with a certified appraiser. Trusted online venues and search engines can be helpful when conducting research on a specific collectible, piece of jewelry, art work or other item about which you may have questions, but qualified professionals, such as an antiques dealer or an appraiser at an auction house, have the knowledge and experience needed to make more accurate identifications. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The difference between a gateleg table and a drop leaf table is the design of the section that you can raise to expand the piece. On a drop leaf table, the extension does not have any lower support. A gateleg table has a leg that swings out to rest beneath the extension. Find a selection of tables from some of the world's best sellers on 1stDibs.
Read More
The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home
Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.
Riotous Shapes and Colors Have Made Uchronia’s Designs the Toast of Paris
Julien Sebban’s energetic design collective is radically reshaping the look of 21st-century European furniture and interiors.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Inspired by the Cosmos, Sandra Nunnerley’s Nova Table Has a Futuristic Feel
The designer’s innovative use of an unexpected material gives this console a lift.
This 19th-Century Gilded Desk Displays a Fanciful Kingdom in Marquetry
The stately piece brings both gravitas and whimsy to any work space.
In Guadalajara, These Luscious Side Tables Are Chiseled from Volcanic Rock
Use them as tables or stools, indoors or out.
How to Arrange Furniture + Layout Ideas
Here, we give design advice and show layout examples to help you create the perfect living room setup.
Why Hollywood A-Listers Can’t Get Enough of James De Wulf’s Concrete Furniture
Starting with a 900-pound Ping-Pong table, the Los Angeles designer has built a sturdy furniture-making career out of concrete.