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Solid rustic oak natural dry bar, France 1950s
Solid rustic oak natural dry bar, France 1950s

Solid rustic oak natural dry bar, France 1950s

By Axel Vervoordt, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Chapo

Located in ECHT, NL

this handcrafted dry bar was made in France in the 1950s. Made from solid oak. the natural shape of

Category

Mid-20th Century French Rustic Dry Bars

Materials

Oak

1970s Vintage Broyhill Ming Dynasty Collection Chinoiserie Bar
1970s Vintage Broyhill Ming Dynasty Collection Chinoiserie Bar

1970s Vintage Broyhill Ming Dynasty Collection Chinoiserie Bar

By Broyhill

Located in Charleston, SC

Broyhill "Ming Dynasty" Premier Collection buffet server / bar. This beautiful piece features a

Category

Vintage 1970s American Ming Dry Bars

Materials

Cherry, Maple, Burl

Brutalist Italian 1970s Small Wood and Glass Dry Bar on Wooden Wheels
Brutalist Italian 1970s Small Wood and Glass Dry Bar on Wooden Wheels

Brutalist Italian 1970s Small Wood and Glass Dry Bar on Wooden Wheels

Located in Milan, IT

Brutalist Italian 1970s Small Wood and Stained and Textured Yellow Glass Dry Bar on Wooden Wheels

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Glass, Wood

Maison Jansen Style Hollywood Regency Ebony & Brass Two-Door Bar and Tall Chest
Maison Jansen Style Hollywood Regency Ebony & Brass Two-Door Bar and Tall Chest

Maison Jansen Style Hollywood Regency Ebony & Brass Two-Door Bar and Tall Chest

By Maison Jansen

Located in Plainview, NY

Hollywood Regency bar, cabinet or ebony chest in the manner of Maison Jansen. This recently ebony

Category

Vintage 1940s Hollywood Regency Dry Bars

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Chic Two-Tiered Italian Dry Bar, 1950's
Chic Two-Tiered Italian Dry Bar, 1950's

Chic Two-Tiered Italian Dry Bar, 1950's

Located in North Miami, FL

Mid-century exceptionalism on display with this slightly curved front Italian dry bar. Featuring

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical Carved Gothic Oak Bar with Marble Top
Neoclassical Carved Gothic Oak Bar with Marble Top

Neoclassical Carved Gothic Oak Bar with Marble Top

Located in Port Jervis, NY

excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. This is a real beautiful cabinet bar! High Quality.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Gothic Revival Dry Bars

Materials

Marble

English Flamingo Mahogany Sideboard-Bar, 19th Century
English Flamingo Mahogany Sideboard-Bar, 19th Century

English Flamingo Mahogany Sideboard-Bar, 19th Century

Located in Miami, FL

In solid flamingo mahogany, this piece of furniture is end of 19th beginning of the 20th century. Three doors, three drawers give a great space for storage, The extreme right side ...

Category

Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Dry Bars

Materials

Wood

Restored Vertically Stacked Curved Stacked Dry Rattan Bar
Restored Vertically Stacked Curved Stacked Dry Rattan Bar

Restored Vertically Stacked Curved Stacked Dry Rattan Bar

By Paul Frankl

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This beautifully restored Frankl style rattan bar blends vintage charm with modern comfort. It

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Bar in Wood, Marble and Chrome Style, Art Deco, France, 1930
Bar in Wood, Marble and Chrome Style, Art Deco, France, 1930

Bar in Wood, Marble and Chrome Style, Art Deco, France, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

bar Materials: marble, wood and chrome Style: Art Deco If you want to live in the golden years, this

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Marble, Chrome

George Nelson Style Mid Century Oak Bar Cart
George Nelson Style Mid Century Oak Bar Cart

George Nelson Style Mid Century Oak Bar Cart

By George Nelson

Located in Franklin Park, IL

George Nelson Style Mid Century Oak Bar Cart This bar cart measures: 36.5 wide x 18.5 deep x 26

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

Trolley/ bar by Martin Eisler for Forma - 1960s
Trolley/ bar by Martin Eisler for Forma - 1960s

Trolley/ bar by Martin Eisler for Forma - 1960s

By Martin Eisler

Located in Uccle, Bruxelles

Small bar, cart, or coffee table designed by Martin Eisler for Forma in the 1960s. This

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Smoked Glass, Wood

Fine French Art Deco Bar by Jules Leleu
Fine French Art Deco Bar by Jules Leleu

Fine French Art Deco Bar by Jules Leleu

By Jules Leleu

Located in Long Island City, NY

Jules Leleu (1883 - 1961) : A fine French Art Deco bar cabinet with palisander and metal marquetry

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Mid Century Danish 1960s Teak Bar Cart Denmark
Mid Century Danish 1960s Teak Bar Cart Denmark

Mid Century Danish 1960s Teak Bar Cart Denmark

Located in Baltimore, MD

A classic mid-century teak serving bar cart made in Denmark, circa 1960s. Beautifully crafted from

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Teak

Dry Bar Set by Willy Rizzo in Chrome and lacquered Wood, 1970s
Dry Bar Set by Willy Rizzo in Chrome and lacquered Wood, 1970s

Dry Bar Set by Willy Rizzo in Chrome and lacquered Wood, 1970s

By Willy Rizzo, Sabot

Located in Argelato, BO

Rare and extraordinary lacquered wood and metal bar designed by Willy Rizzo for Sabot, 1970s. A

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Dry Bars

Materials

Metal

20th Century Italian Standing Bamboo Tiki Bar c.1960
20th Century Italian Standing Bamboo Tiki Bar c.1960

20th Century Italian Standing Bamboo Tiki Bar c.1960

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A fun vintage cocktail bar adorned with bamboo finishes, hail from the stylish era of the mid-1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Country Dry Bars

Materials

Bamboo

"Dionízio" Bar Cart in Black Carbon Steel Natural Wood Details and Leather
"Dionízio" Bar Cart in Black Carbon Steel Natural Wood Details and Leather

"Dionízio" Bar Cart in Black Carbon Steel Natural Wood Details and Leather

By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

the interior decoration, as it can be used as a bar, tea or coffee cart, and even sideboard. Discover

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Metal

Special Edition Petit Comité Bar by Renatta Chain
Special Edition Petit Comité Bar by Renatta Chain

Special Edition Petit Comité Bar by Renatta Chain

By Renatta Chain

Located in Geneve, CH

Special edition Petit Comité bar by Renatta Chain. Dimensions: D 85 x W 51 x H 170 cm. Materials

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2010s Mexican Post-Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Glass, Oak

Sideboard, Dry Bar or Desk in Herringbone Style
Sideboard, Dry Bar or Desk in Herringbone Style

Sideboard, Dry Bar or Desk in Herringbone Style

Located in Paris, FR

door in solid oak. Fully adjustable interior that can be turned as a Bar, a Desk or a Sideboard. It

Category

2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Italian 40’s Art Deco Style Dry Bar
Italian 40’s Art Deco Style Dry Bar

Italian 40’s Art Deco Style Dry Bar

Located in London, GB

Art Deco style Bar/Cabinet in combination of ash wood and walnut. Middle section covered in mirror

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Ash, Walnut

Mid Century Solid Wood And Colored Glass Bar Furniture, Italy 1950's
Mid Century Solid Wood And Colored Glass Bar Furniture, Italy 1950's

Mid Century Solid Wood And Colored Glass Bar Furniture, Italy 1950's

Located in Ibiza, Spain

This bar cabinet features an original 1950s solid wood structure with contemporary colored

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Glass, Wood

Thomasville Furniture Rustic Walnut Flip Top Server/Bar
Thomasville Furniture Rustic Walnut Flip Top Server/Bar

Thomasville Furniture Rustic Walnut Flip Top Server/Bar

By Thomasville

Located in Pasadena, TX

This flip top server has a rustic look. The top flips open to expand to 76.5". It's made of walnut and has 3 center drawers. There's 2 doors that open to reveal storage space and a d...

Category

Late 20th Century American Rustic Dry Bars

Materials

Walnut

Midcentury Bent Birch Plywood Two-Tone Bar Cart
Midcentury Bent Birch Plywood Two-Tone Bar Cart

Midcentury Bent Birch Plywood Two-Tone Bar Cart

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Vintage Alvar Aalto inspired steam bent Birch two tone plywood bar cart featuring two tiers of

Category

Vintage 1950s American Adam Style Dry Bars

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Italian Mid Century Dry Bar Buy Maritian Tagnin
Italian Mid Century Dry Bar Buy Maritian Tagnin

Italian Mid Century Dry Bar Buy Maritian Tagnin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bar from the Maritime hotel in Trieste, Italy. Bar is in 2 pieces. The wall part has an inlay wood

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Wood

Vintage Bottle Holder / Bar Stand by Flair, Netherlands, 1970s
Vintage Bottle Holder / Bar Stand by Flair, Netherlands, 1970s

Vintage Bottle Holder / Bar Stand by Flair, Netherlands, 1970s

By Flair

Located in Marinha Grande, PT

Vintage bottle holder and bar stand designed and produced by Flair in the Netherlands during the

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Space Age Dry Bars

Materials

Plastic

Mid 20th Century Vintage Coastal Grasscloth Band Dry Bar
Mid 20th Century Vintage Coastal Grasscloth Band Dry Bar

Mid 20th Century Vintage Coastal Grasscloth Band Dry Bar

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fantastic vintage coastal dry bar. A gorgeous retro shape with bands of natural seagrass around

Category

Mid-20th Century Philippine Dry Bars

Materials

Rattan, Seagrass, Laminate

19th Century French Wooden Bar - Rustic Elegance & Antique Design
19th Century French Wooden Bar - Rustic Elegance & Antique Design

19th Century French Wooden Bar - Rustic Elegance & Antique Design

Located in High Point, NC

This 19th-century French wooden bar exudes rustic sophistication, blending functionality with

Category

Antique 19th Century French Dry Bars

Materials

Wood

Majestuoso carrello bar in ottone e legno intarsiato
Majestuoso carrello bar in ottone e legno intarsiato

Majestuoso carrello bar in ottone e legno intarsiato

By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.

Located in Cantù, IT

Majestuoso carrello bar in ottone e legno intarsiato private collection Domenico Rugiano anni 60s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

A Fine Small French Art Deco Walnut Bar
A Fine Small French Art Deco Walnut Bar

A Fine Small French Art Deco Walnut Bar

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Fine French Art Deco small bar with a drop front sunburst walnut veneered door and glass handles.

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Art Deco Bar with Bronze Dore Pierced Metal Work
Art Deco Bar with Bronze Dore Pierced Metal Work

Art Deco Bar with Bronze Dore Pierced Metal Work

Located in Lancaster, PA

This is an exquisite Art Deco style bar, featuring a brilliant display of pierced metal work

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Brass, Bronze

L.A. Studio Interiorismo Solid Wood and Cotton Velvet Upholstered Bar Counter
L.A. Studio Interiorismo Solid Wood and Cotton Velvet Upholstered Bar Counter

L.A. Studio Interiorismo Solid Wood and Cotton Velvet Upholstered Bar Counter

By L.A. Studio

Located in Ibiza, Spain

Mid-Century Style Bar Counter in Baby Pink Velvet with Brass Details This mid-century style bar

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

Antique French Patinated Wood Bar, Early 1900s, Distressed Finish
Antique French Patinated Wood Bar, Early 1900s, Distressed Finish

Antique French Patinated Wood Bar, Early 1900s, Distressed Finish

Located in High Point, NC

This early 1900s French wooden bar exudes antique charm with its beautifully weathered patina and

Category

20th Century French Dry Bars

Materials

Wood

Bar cart attributed to Cesare Lacca, Year 1950
Bar cart attributed to Cesare Lacca, Year 1950

Bar cart attributed to Cesare Lacca, Year 1950

By Cesare Lacca

Located in Bastia Umbra, IT

Carrello bar attribuito a Cesare Lacca, Anno 1950, Made in Italy.  Bellissimo Carrello bar 1950, in

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Teak Bar Cart / Serving Trolley with Reversible and Removable Tray
Danish Modern Teak Bar Cart / Serving Trolley with Reversible and Removable Tray

Danish Modern Teak Bar Cart / Serving Trolley with Reversible and Removable Tray

Located in San Diego, CA

Super rare and extremely desirable Danish modern teak bar cart or serving trolley with reversible

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Teak, Laminate

Wood Bar by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, circa 1950
Wood Bar by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, circa 1950

Wood Bar by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, circa 1950

By Englander & Bonta

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Wood bar by Englander & Bonta, Argentina, Buenos Aires, circa 1950. With glass and mirror

Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood

Vintage Rattan Tiki Bar Set with two Rattan Stools
Vintage Rattan Tiki Bar Set with two Rattan Stools

Vintage Rattan Tiki Bar Set with two Rattan Stools

Located in Baambrugge, NL

Vintage rattan Tiki bar set with two rattan stools. Charming bamboo dry bar / cocktail bar with

Category

Vintage 1970s French Dry Bars

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Luciano Frigerio Walnut And Green Marble Bar With 4 Stools, 1970's
Vintage Luciano Frigerio Walnut And Green Marble Bar With 4 Stools, 1970's

Vintage Luciano Frigerio Walnut And Green Marble Bar With 4 Stools, 1970's

By Luciano Frigerio

Located in Vilnius, LT

Vintage Luciano Frigerio bar with 4 pieces of stools. The semi-circular bar is created in walnut

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rolling Bar Cart with Drawer
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rolling Bar Cart with Drawer

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rolling Bar Cart with Drawer

Located in Seattle, WA

This vintage mid-century modern rolling bar cart combines practicality with timeless design

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Wood

Large Industrial Patinated Patchwork Metal Hanging Disc Bar
Large Industrial Patinated Patchwork Metal Hanging Disc Bar

Large Industrial Patinated Patchwork Metal Hanging Disc Bar

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

scale patinated metal patchwork mosaic with nail head trim, two door hanging disc bar, with blackened

Category

20th Century American Industrial Dry Bars

Materials

Metal

1910s French Wood White Patinated Bar With Marble Top
1910s French Wood White Patinated Bar With Marble Top

1910s French Wood White Patinated Bar With Marble Top

Located in High Point, NC

This 1910s French bar exudes rustic refinement with its original white patinated finish and

Category

Early 20th Century French Dry Bars

Materials

Marble

Vintage Dry Bar With Jean Dunand Style Panter And Cobra Varnished Decor
Vintage Dry Bar With Jean Dunand Style Panter And Cobra Varnished Decor

Vintage Dry Bar With Jean Dunand Style Panter And Cobra Varnished Decor

Located in Vilnius, LT

Vintage dry bar with Jean Dunand style panter and cobra decor. The bar is created in wood and

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Metal

Coastal Style Rattan Dry Bar/ Serving Cart. Circa 1970s
Coastal Style Rattan Dry Bar/ Serving Cart. Circa 1970s

Coastal Style Rattan Dry Bar/ Serving Cart. Circa 1970s

By Franco Albini

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Boho Chic / Coastal Style Rattan Dry Bar/ Serving Cart in the Franco Albini's Manner. Circa

Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Bohemian Dry Bars

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Eugenio Gerli, Trolley bar mod. B106, prod. Techno, 1966
Eugenio Gerli, Trolley bar mod. B106, prod. Techno, 1966

Eugenio Gerli, Trolley bar mod. B106, prod. Techno, 1966

By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli

Located in Rivoli, IT

Mobile-bar mod. B106 in legno laccato prodotto da Tecno nel 1966. Buone condizioni di conservazione

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Dry Bars

Materials

Steel

De Coene Freres Art Deco Period Walnut Bar Belgium
De Coene Freres Art Deco Period Walnut Bar Belgium

De Coene Freres Art Deco Period Walnut Bar Belgium

By De Coene Frères

Located in New York, NY

A De Coene Frères Art Deco period bar cabinet from Brussels, Belgium circa 1930. Walnut and walnut

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Bronze

Exceptional French Art Deco Bar by Andre Arbus
Exceptional French Art Deco Bar by Andre Arbus

Exceptional French Art Deco Bar by Andre Arbus

By André Arbus

Located in Bridgewater, CT

Andre Arbus. Three-piece modular Art Deco bar with two stools commisioned in 1936, mahogany wood

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Home Bar by Unknown Artist, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Home Bar by Unknown Artist, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Home Bar by Unknown Artist, 1960s

Located in New York, NY

A Mid-Century Modern home bar, crafted from solid hardwood with an organic, curved silhouette. The

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Formica, Wood, Plywood

Wood and Marble Dry Bar Cart by Angelo Mangiarotti for Molteni, Italy, 1960s
Wood and Marble Dry Bar Cart by Angelo Mangiarotti for Molteni, Italy, 1960s

Wood and Marble Dry Bar Cart by Angelo Mangiarotti for Molteni, Italy, 1960s

By Angelo Mangiarotti, Molteni & C

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Dry bar cart cabinet in wood and marble top by the italian designer Angelo Mangiarotti for Molteni

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Marble

1960s Continental Oak Bar Unit with Shelving – Room Divider
1960s Continental Oak Bar Unit with Shelving – Room Divider

1960s Continental Oak Bar Unit with Shelving – Room Divider

Located in London, GB

well-proportioned, suitable for use as a drinks bar, storage unit, or room divider. Size: H100 cm x

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Oak

Mid Century Boho Chic Tiki Bamboo and Glass 2 Tier Rolling Bar Cart
Mid Century Boho Chic Tiki Bamboo and Glass 2 Tier Rolling Bar Cart

Mid Century Boho Chic Tiki Bamboo and Glass 2 Tier Rolling Bar Cart

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a fun and unusual piece. It was made in the 70's. This rolling bar cart is made of Bamboo

Category

Mid-20th Century Malaysian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Bamboo, Glass

Brusotti Bar Fixture with Illuminated Mirror from the 1940s
Brusotti Bar Fixture with Illuminated Mirror from the 1940s

Brusotti Bar Fixture with Illuminated Mirror from the 1940s

By Luigi Brusotti

Located in IT

Spectacular and rare bar cabinet - sideboard featuring a decorated mirror, in the style of Luigi

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Murano Glass, Opaline Glass, Maple

Vintage Faux Alligator Steamer Trunk Bar by Maitland Smith
Vintage Faux Alligator Steamer Trunk Bar by Maitland Smith

Vintage Faux Alligator Steamer Trunk Bar by Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Palm Beach, FL

tacks featuring a hidden bar with a mirror and stone top, bottle coolers, side cabinets for glasses and

Category

20th Century Philippine Victorian Dry Bars

Materials

Faux Leather

1930’s Art Deco Fluted Burr Walnut Cocktail Bar Server
1930’s Art Deco Fluted Burr Walnut Cocktail Bar Server

1930’s Art Deco Fluted Burr Walnut Cocktail Bar Server

By Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co, Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stunning original 1930s Art Deco bar cabinet with a classic stepped, two-tier design. An English

Category

Antique 1830s English Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Walnut

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Bars And Bar Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal bars and bar cabinet for your home. Each bars and bar cabinet for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and glass. There are 4744 variations of the antique or vintage bars and bar cabinet you’re looking for, while we also have 358 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect bars and bar cabinet — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A bars and bar cabinet is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made bars and bar cabinet has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Aldo Tura, Arthur Umanoff and Dyrlund are consistently popular.

How Much is a Bars And Bar Cabinet?

The average selling price for a bars and bar cabinet at 1stDibs is $3,988, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $885,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Bars And Bar Cabinet
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A bar cabinet is called a cellaret or cellarette. It is a small structure that is often used to store bottles of wine or liquor. Traditionally, this cabinet was positioned under a side table, and when it was time to pour drinks, it was rolled out for use. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary bar cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A disc bar is a vintage based artifact generally used as a decorative object for your personal space. It highlights carvings and classic designs for an antique appeal. On 1stDibs, you can find disc bars made from different materials and designed in varying styles.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A bar brooch is a type of pin brooch. It is horizontal and elongated and comes in all shapes and sizes. Bar brooches are popular due to their ease of fastening. The pin of the brooch hooks through a looped fastening, once the brooch is attached to the wearer's lapel. Find a collection of antique and vintage brooches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A bar area is conventionally defined as a place to store and serve alcoholic beverages. It comprises three main areas — the front bar, back bar, and under bar, and is accompanied by a seating area from which patrons can enjoy their drinks. Find a range of antique and vintage dry bars, stools and bar carts today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    One of the most useful components of any party is a rolling bar, often known as a bar cart, tea trolley or serving cart. 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. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary rolling bars from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bar tray is a flat serving tray designed for carrying drinks and glassware. Most commonly used by waitstaff, bar trays are generally made from metal or plastic and sometimes have a non-slip surface to prevent glassware from sliding. On 1stDibs, find a collection of bar trays from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A bar counter is an elevated countertop used to serve and rest beverages in restaurants, pubs or bars. Bar counters are also popularly found in modern homes, installed in the kitchen or dining room area for entertaining. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage barware, bar carts and more.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A bar tray is a flat, usually round tray that is designed for carrying and serving glassware. It is usually constructed using metal or plastic and is commonly used by waiters and bar staff. The bar trays are convenient to use for serving a large group of people. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary bar trays from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The purpose of a bar sink is to provide water for quickly washing your hands or rinsing dishes during cooking. Bar sinks are generally smaller than kitchen sinks and used for small tasks. Shop a variety of vintage bar sinks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The most comfortable bar stool is a matter of preference. There are many different types of bar stools for your house, and many different comfy versions have been developed over time. To select the best one, we suggest thinking about height, weight, design and fabric so you can find the best set for your preferences and budget. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary bar stools from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A standard bar countertop is usually 41 to 43 inches from the floor. A bar height is taller than typical table and counter heights and requires specific seating to best suit the height. The ideal height for a bar chair or stool is 29 to 32 inches tall. Browse a selection of bar furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    In the Victorian era, the bar carts of today were known as tea trolleys, essentially tables on wheels used to cart tea and snacks from the kitchen into another room of the home. Modern bar carts are used to store and prominently display your finest liquors. Find a range of vintage bar carts for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Italo Zoffoli of the company Zoffoli, a manufacturer of decor for the home and office, invented the bar globe in the late 1940s in Rimini, Italy. A bar globe, or globe bar, is essentially a bar cabinet that is tucked inside a world globe. In 1963, the Golden Lathe from the Museum of Science and Technology in Milan, Italy, recognized him for pioneering the design. Shop a range of bar cabinets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To create a pop-up bar, you will need to consider the location and theme of your party. Drink menus, decor, layout, glassware and bar equipment are aspects you should consider. You’ll find a variety of bar and bar accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A bar cart should be stocked with a jigger, shaker, strainer, bottle opener, corkscrew, ice bucket, tongs and various alcoholic beverages.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A breakfast bar table is a high-topped table that adds versatile countertop space to the kitchen. It can be used for dining during breakfast time, or as a convenient additional counter space. Browse an array of breakfast tables from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bar billiards table is a rectangular table usually crafted from wood and topped with felt used to play bar billiards, which can also be called Russian billiards, It is similar to classic billiards, but is played from only one side of the table, with the goal to sink the balls in holes at the opposite end. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bar billiard tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The height of a bar stool is typically around 28 to 38 inches tall. This is because bar tops are usually around 40 to 42 inches high, so bar stools need to be under this height in order to provide ample leg room.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    What bar earrings are called depends on their style. Metal bars that hug the earlobe are bar studs. Ones that hang below the ear are bar dangles if they swing when you move or bar drops if they remain stationary through your movements. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bar earrings from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    Why it is called a bar stool has to do with where you typically place this type of furniture. Usually featuring seat heights of 28 to 33 inches, these chairs situate a user at a comfortable level to eat and drink at a bar, whether in a home or in a restaurant. Bar stools are taller than seating intended for use at kitchen counters, known as counter stools, which usually have a seat height of 24 to 27 inches. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of counter stools.

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