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Mid-Century Modern Italian Bar Cart by Cesare Lacca, Italy, 1950

About the Item

Beautiful bar cart designed by Italian designer Cesare Lacca and made in Milan (Italy) around 1955. The bar cart is made in dark lacquered, with beautifully designed brass wheels. The two glass tops add to the elegance and the transparence of this piece. In very good condition with patina on the edge.
  • Creator:
    Cesare Lacca (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24.41 in (62 cm)Diameter: 24.81 in (63 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Renens, CH
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5599227264152
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