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When were tea carts popular?

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When were tea carts popular?
Tea carts were popular from the early 19th century through the 1930s. However, some people still use tea carts for serving or as decorative accents in their homes. Shop a range of tea carts on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
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Renaissance Revival Tea Trolley
Located in Savannah, GA
A renaissance revival walnut tea trolley or bar cart with carved herons holding shields, circa 1890. 31 inches wide by 25 inches deep by 31 inches tall; tray dimension 15 by 26 in...
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Antique 1890s Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Walnut

Baroque Bronze Two Tier Bar or Tea Cart
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous bronze Baroque 2 tier bar or tea cart. under the with wood shelves. Features a heavy ornate bronze frame on casters wheels.
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Bronze

Aesthetic Movement Japanese Tea Trolley With River Scene Decoration.
Located in London, GB
Gabriel Viardot, style of. An Aesthetic Movement tea trolley with Japanese style fretwork gallery and raised animal heads to each upper corner with a river scene depicting Herons to ...
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Antique 1880s British Anglo-Japanese Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century 3 Tier Trolley Tea Cart
Located in Pasadena, TX
19th century Trolley Tea Cart Sometimes referred to as a "Dumbwaiter" this 3 tier piece has turned column supports and original brass castors with a three-quarter gallery edge.
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Antique Late 19th Century North American Victorian Dry Bars

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century 3 Tier Trolley Tea Cart
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century English Mahogany Tea Trolley in Regency Style
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An English tea trolley of epic proportions, this 19th century mahogany antique is grand in scale, likely used in a luxurious hotel or commercial setting.
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Carts and Bar Carts

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Mahogany

Italian walnut burl veneer Art Deco Rationalist Tea Cart, Italy 1920s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milan, IT
Elegant from every angle, the cart functions equally well as a drinks trolley, serving cart, or sculptural side table.
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass, Nickel

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