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Karl Springer Rare Custom Serving Cart in Stainless Steel and Lucite 1980s
Karl Springer Rare Custom Serving Cart in Stainless Steel and Lucite 1980s

Karl Springer Rare Custom Serving Cart in Stainless Steel and Lucite 1980s

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Impressive and meticulously crafted large rolling 3-tier serving/bar cart in polished stainless

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Stainless Steel

20th Century French Carved Oak Bar Cart
20th Century French Carved Oak Bar Cart

20th Century French Carved Oak Bar Cart

Located in High Point, NC

design, supported by an X-shaped frame and large carved wheels that add both charm and mobility. Its

Category

20th Century French Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Oak

Italian Mid-Century Modern Bar Cart in Brass and Glass, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Modern Bar Cart in Brass and Glass, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Modern Bar Cart in Brass and Glass, 1950s

Located in MIlano, IT

three bottle holders. The bar cart has four finely worked legs: the front ones have two large sunburst

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Italian Marquetry Two Tier Drop Leaf Bar Cart-Vintage emerald Dessert-Bar Cart
Italian Marquetry Two Tier Drop Leaf Bar Cart-Vintage emerald Dessert-Bar Cart

Italian Marquetry Two Tier Drop Leaf Bar Cart-Vintage emerald Dessert-Bar Cart

Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine

has 6 Bottle Holders on the lower Tier with a Brass Border Two large gold colored Carriage Style

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Neoclassical Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal, Brass

Umanoff Bar and Stools
Umanoff Bar and Stools

Umanoff Bar and Stools

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A large Umanoff bar with three matching swiveling stools in wrought iron and raffia. Wood slats

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Wrought Iron

Arthur Umanoff Bicycle and Butcher Block Bar Cart
Arthur Umanoff Bicycle and Butcher Block Bar Cart

Arthur Umanoff Bicycle and Butcher Block Bar Cart

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Great looking mid-century bar cart designed by Arthur Umanoff. Distinctive large pair of Rear

Category

Vintage 1950s American Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century French Polished Brass Two-Tier Service Bar Cart Bagues Style
Mid-Century French Polished Brass Two-Tier Service Bar Cart Bagues Style

Mid-Century French Polished Brass Two-Tier Service Bar Cart Bagues Style

By Maison Baguès

Located in Dallas, TX

with large decorative utilitarian side handles. The classic cart is in excellent condition and adorns a

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Herbert Hirche bar cart Christian Holzäpfel KG 1956
Herbert Hirche bar cart Christian Holzäpfel KG 1956

Herbert Hirche bar cart Christian Holzäpfel KG 1956

By Christian Holzäpfel, Herbert Hirche

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

to $500 - $ 1,000 for larger items. We also provide express and white glove delivery services

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Aldo Tura Lacquered Goat Skin Bar Cart, Italy 1960s, Small Two Tier
Aldo Tura Lacquered Goat Skin Bar Cart, Italy 1960s, Small Two Tier

Aldo Tura Lacquered Goat Skin Bar Cart, Italy 1960s, Small Two Tier

By Aldo Tura

Located in London, GB

looking for a larger one - do get in touch as we actively look for items by Aldo Tura and might be able to

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Grand Server Boomerang Kidney Shaped Walnut Coffee Table Bar Cabinet
Grand Server Boomerang Kidney Shaped Walnut Coffee Table Bar Cabinet

Grand Server Boomerang Kidney Shaped Walnut Coffee Table Bar Cabinet

By A.H. Stock

Located in Chattanooga, TN

large hidden area behind a locking door that will conceal your cocktail supplies. Key in included

Category

Vintage 1960s American Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Formica, Walnut

Gorgeous Midcentury Italian Marquetry Drop Leaf Bar Cart
Gorgeous Midcentury Italian Marquetry Drop Leaf Bar Cart

Gorgeous Midcentury Italian Marquetry Drop Leaf Bar Cart

Located in Hopewell, NJ

two large brass spoke wheels. Finished in glossy French lacquer. #5844 H handle 30.25” H bottom

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Bart Car with Chrome Frame and Macassar Veneer
Bart Car with Chrome Frame and Macassar Veneer

Bart Car with Chrome Frame and Macassar Veneer

Located in Chicago, IL

chrome bottle holders is sized for wine bottles, organizing them and keeping them upright. The large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hungarian Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Chrome

Mathieu Mategot "Demon" Serving Cart, France 1952
Mathieu Mategot "Demon" Serving Cart, France 1952

Mathieu Mategot "Demon" Serving Cart, France 1952

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

quotes, we ship from $50 for small items up to $500 - $ 1,000 for larger items. We also provide express

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Rare Wood Drop-Leaf Service Cart Attributed to Don Shoemaker
Rare Wood Drop-Leaf Service Cart Attributed to Don Shoemaker

Rare Wood Drop-Leaf Service Cart Attributed to Don Shoemaker

By Don S. Shoemaker

Located in Mexico City, MX

, granadillo and mahogany. Its furniture was part of various government offices and was exported in large

Category

Vintage 1970s Mexican Arts and Crafts Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Wood

Very Rare Mid-Century Modern Perforated Metal Serving Trolley from Italy
Very Rare Mid-Century Modern Perforated Metal Serving Trolley from Italy

Very Rare Mid-Century Modern Perforated Metal Serving Trolley from Italy

Located in München, DE

. Frame and shelves is made of metal which is coated with white plastic. Easy to roll with 2 large

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Luxe Lacquered Goat Skin Bar or Serving Cart by Aldo Tura with Brass Fittings
Luxe Lacquered Goat Skin Bar or Serving Cart by Aldo Tura with Brass Fittings

Luxe Lacquered Goat Skin Bar or Serving Cart by Aldo Tura with Brass Fittings

By Aldo Tura

Located in New York, NY

handle. The larger wheels in the back and the smaller wheels towards the front give this serving or bar

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

McGuire Cerused Rattan Oak Bar Cart Server Buffet
McGuire Cerused Rattan Oak Bar Cart Server Buffet

McGuire Cerused Rattan Oak Bar Cart Server Buffet

By McGuire

Located in Rio Vista, CA

cart has three large storage shelves and one drawer with a brass pull. Perfect for entertaining having

Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Wilhelm Renz Tea Cart in Rosewood, Germany, 1960
Wilhelm Renz Tea Cart in Rosewood, Germany, 1960

Wilhelm Renz Tea Cart in Rosewood, Germany, 1960

By Wilhelm Renz

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

for small items up to $500 - $ 1,000 for larger items. We also provide express and white glove

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

mid century modern Danish multifunctional bar cart made of solid teak, 1960s
mid century modern Danish multifunctional bar cart made of solid teak, 1960s

mid century modern Danish multifunctional bar cart made of solid teak, 1960s

Located in Houston, TX

side to conserve space. When you need the larger surface, you lift the hinged section and slide the top

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Teak

Rolling Art Deco Bar Cart Walnut
Rolling Art Deco Bar Cart Walnut

Rolling Art Deco Bar Cart Walnut

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR

1940's Walnut Art Deco Serving Cart with 1 large Cabinet door. Art Deco, also called style

Category

20th Century Argentine Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Wood

20th Century French Metal & Wooden Bar Cart On Wheels
20th Century French Metal & Wooden Bar Cart On Wheels

20th Century French Metal & Wooden Bar Cart On Wheels

Located in High Point, NC

, offering a perfect blend of industrial and rustic charm. The large, functional wheels not only add a

Category

20th Century French Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Midcentury French Bar Cabinet
Midcentury French Bar Cabinet

Midcentury French Bar Cabinet

Located in Winter Park, FL

photos for more details. We have a large selection of French antiques at Olivier Fleury, Inc. Please

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Mahogany, Glass

1960s Danish Drinks Trolley by Kurt Ostervig
1960s Danish Drinks Trolley by Kurt Ostervig

1960s Danish Drinks Trolley by Kurt Ostervig

By Kurt Østervig

Located in London, GB

on large chrome casters. Measures: Width 76 cm, 30 inches Width open 152 cm, 60 inches Depth 49

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Wood

Iconic + Rare Early Edition Bar Cart by Alvar + Aino Aalto for Artek, 1936
Iconic + Rare Early Edition Bar Cart by Alvar + Aino Aalto for Artek, 1936

Iconic + Rare Early Edition Bar Cart by Alvar + Aino Aalto for Artek, 1936

By Alvar Aalto

Located in Chicago, IL

, two shelves, a solid birth handle and the larger scaled wheels are both eye-catching; with a rubber

Category

Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Wood

Unusual Carved Oak Bar Cart from Brittany, France, Early 1900s
Unusual Carved Oak Bar Cart from Brittany, France, Early 1900s

Unusual Carved Oak Bar Cart from Brittany, France, Early 1900s

Located in Dallas, TX

larger foliate display embellishes each side of the cart, just beneath the top tray of the two-tier cart

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Grand Server Biomorphic Expandable Black Laminate Slide-Open Top Bar, 1960s
Grand Server Biomorphic Expandable Black Laminate Slide-Open Top Bar, 1960s

Grand Server Biomorphic Expandable Black Laminate Slide-Open Top Bar, 1960s

By A.H. Stock

Located in Chattanooga, TN

are interior glass shelves to place your barware and a large hidden area that will conceal your

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Cane, Laminate, Walnut

Stunning California 1950s Bar Cart attr. Arthur Umanoff
Stunning California 1950s Bar Cart attr. Arthur Umanoff

Stunning California 1950s Bar Cart attr. Arthur Umanoff

By Charles and Ray Eames, Arthur Umanoff, Lou Hodges

Located in San Diego, CA

frame, large bicycle style wheels and a single pivoting wheel. Butcher block top with center polished

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Arthur Umanoff Bicycle and Butcher Block Bar Cart
Arthur Umanoff Bicycle and Butcher Block Bar Cart

Arthur Umanoff Bicycle and Butcher Block Bar Cart

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Great looking mid-century bar cart designed by Arthur Umanoff. Distinctive large pair of Rear

Category

Vintage 1950s American Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Iron

Vintage Three Tier Glass Chrome Bar Cart-Chrome wired Glass Serving Trolley-80s
Vintage Three Tier Glass Chrome Bar Cart-Chrome wired Glass Serving Trolley-80s

Vintage Three Tier Glass Chrome Bar Cart-Chrome wired Glass Serving Trolley-80s

Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine

safe and speedy delivery service is available for large and fragile items in France and neighboring

Category

Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Other, Chrome

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite "Bamboo" and Brass Serving Cart, Signed and Dated
Charles Hollis Jones Lucite "Bamboo" and Brass Serving Cart, Signed and Dated

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite "Bamboo" and Brass Serving Cart, Signed and Dated

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Los Angeles, CA

by Charles Hollis Jones and have the ability to produce large quantities for any of the pieces in his

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Elkington & Co. Silver Plate and Wood Roast Beef Cart
Elkington & Co. Silver Plate and Wood Roast Beef Cart

Elkington & Co. Silver Plate and Wood Roast Beef Cart

Located in New Orleans, LA

. A single, large burner heats the tray, and the finely varnished wood base is supported by the

Category

Early 20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

Italian Vintage Inlaid Walnut & Brass Drinks Trolley
Italian Vintage Inlaid Walnut & Brass Drinks Trolley

Italian Vintage Inlaid Walnut & Brass Drinks Trolley

Located in London, GB

design and opens out to create a very large serving area. The top and lower tiers are beautifully inlaid

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

1960s Arrebo Møbler Danish Rosewood Folding Top Serving Trolley Bar Cart
1960s Arrebo Møbler Danish Rosewood Folding Top Serving Trolley Bar Cart

1960s Arrebo Møbler Danish Rosewood Folding Top Serving Trolley Bar Cart

By Arrebo Mobler

Located in London, England

tabletop with brass feature fittings which turns on the top and folds out to make a larger table. Whenever

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Maison Bagues Mid-20th Century Circular Brass Bar Cart Trolley
Maison Bagues Mid-20th Century Circular Brass Bar Cart Trolley

Maison Bagues Mid-20th Century Circular Brass Bar Cart Trolley

By Maison Baguès

Located in Benington, Herts

, raised on two larger rear 6 spoke rubber lined wheels and rare pivotal central front wheel. Extremely

Category

Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

1950s Italian Drop Leaf Bar Cart with Brass and Marquetry
1950s Italian Drop Leaf Bar Cart with Brass and Marquetry

1950s Italian Drop Leaf Bar Cart with Brass and Marquetry

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

fitted with three useful bottle holders, the cart is mounted on two large spoke wheels at the front and

Category

20th Century Italian Louis XVI Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

1950s Bar Cart or Drinks Serving Trolley
1950s Bar Cart or Drinks Serving Trolley

1950s Bar Cart or Drinks Serving Trolley

By Maison Jansen

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

, two large wheels at the front, and two smaller swivel wheels at the rear, which allow for easy

Category

Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Hollywood Regency Beveled Glass, Bronze, Tea Wagon / Serving Cart / Bar Cart
Hollywood Regency Beveled Glass, Bronze, Tea Wagon / Serving Cart / Bar Cart

Hollywood Regency Beveled Glass, Bronze, Tea Wagon / Serving Cart / Bar Cart

Located in Bradenton, FL

. The lower tier with inset glass is framed by a brass gallery, while the cart is supported by two large

Category

Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Important Early Alvar Aalto Tea Cart circa 1937
Important Early Alvar Aalto Tea Cart circa 1937

Important Early Alvar Aalto Tea Cart circa 1937

By Alvar Aalto

Located in Toronto, Ontario

two birch-veneer trays supported by elegantly curved laminated-wood loops and large white-laminate

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Birch

Italian Mid-Century Mahogany Serving Trolley
Italian Mid-Century Mahogany Serving Trolley

Italian Mid-Century Mahogany Serving Trolley

Located in Forney, TX

, over partial reeded apron fitted with a single large drawer affixed with the original brass pulling

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rattan Beverage Bar Cart by Ficks Reed
Rattan Beverage Bar Cart by Ficks Reed

Rattan Beverage Bar Cart by Ficks Reed

By Ficks Reed

Located in Lambertville, NJ

sectioned with a large center compartment flanked by two sets of three compartments. A very functional

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Glass, Rattan

Pair of Kartell 'Componibili' Round-Base Serving Trolleys / Tables, 1960s
Pair of Kartell 'Componibili' Round-Base Serving Trolleys / Tables, 1960s

Pair of Kartell 'Componibili' Round-Base Serving Trolleys / Tables, 1960s

By Kartell, Anna Castelli Ferrieri

Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT

Original and rare 1960s vintage Kartell Componibili set, featuring two large, round-based storage

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Plastic

Antique English Tea Trolley Drinks Cart Tiger Oak Barley Twist Cocktail Table
Antique English Tea Trolley Drinks Cart Tiger Oak Barley Twist Cocktail Table

Antique English Tea Trolley Drinks Cart Tiger Oak Barley Twist Cocktail Table

Located in Shreveport, LA

than most trolleys, with highly scalloped raised gallery edges, large ball finials, and beaded trim on

Category

Vintage 1940s British Arts and Crafts Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Oak

Original Mid-Century-Modern 'Dinett' Foldable Trolley by Bremshey & Co, 1970s
Original Mid-Century-Modern 'Dinett' Foldable Trolley by Bremshey & Co, 1970s

Original Mid-Century-Modern 'Dinett' Foldable Trolley by Bremshey & Co, 1970s

Located in Zagreb, HR

through the international state shipping carriers. Large packages and combined orders are shipped with a

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Bar Cart, Black Lacquer, Mirrored, Lighting, France circa 1930
Art Deco Bar Cart, Black Lacquer, Mirrored, Lighting, France circa 1930

Art Deco Bar Cart, Black Lacquer, Mirrored, Lighting, France circa 1930

Located in Regensburg, DE

compartments. Inside in light natural wood with many small original mirrors, as well as a large mirror on the

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Stainless Steel

1920s Murano Rectangular Black Wood and Art Glass Italian Card and Tea Table
1920s Murano Rectangular Black Wood and Art Glass Italian Card and Tea Table

1920s Murano Rectangular Black Wood and Art Glass Italian Card and Tea Table

Located in Roma, Lazio

is a large Murano art glass disk, it is smaller in diameter than the entire top, so as to leave a

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Art Glass, Wood

Italian Bar Cart in Light Walnut by Cesare Lacca for Cassina, 1950s
Italian Bar Cart in Light Walnut by Cesare Lacca for Cassina, 1950s

Italian Bar Cart in Light Walnut by Cesare Lacca for Cassina, 1950s

By Cassina, Cesare Lacca

Located in Echt, NL

large and fragile overseas transports from Cadmium will be handled by the Tramo Group. Tramo is the

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Glass, Wood

Vintage Bar Cart in Brown Plastic and Chrome Metal by Dal Vera Italy, 1960s
Vintage Bar Cart in Brown Plastic and Chrome Metal by Dal Vera Italy, 1960s

Vintage Bar Cart in Brown Plastic and Chrome Metal by Dal Vera Italy, 1960s

By Dal Vera

Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT

Italy in the 60s. This large and versatile mobile bar comes with a glossy chocolate brown hue - a

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Italian mid-century modern Wooden and glass cart with tray by Cesare Lacca 1950s
Italian mid-century modern Wooden and glass cart with tray by Cesare Lacca 1950s

Italian mid-century modern Wooden and glass cart with tray by Cesare Lacca 1950s

By Cesare Lacca

Located in MIlano, IT

structure. The front wheels are radial and larger than the rear ones, both made of brass. Designed and

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Glass, Wood

Awesome Space Age Plastic Bar Cart Trolley Made in Italy, 70s
Awesome Space Age Plastic Bar Cart Trolley Made in Italy, 70s

Awesome Space Age Plastic Bar Cart Trolley Made in Italy, 70s

Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT

vintage piece is highly versatile: the large tray (71 x 38 cm) has a nice curved shape with round borders

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Plastic

Grand Server Boomerang Kidney Shaped Walnut Coffee Table Bar Cabinet
Grand Server Boomerang Kidney Shaped Walnut Coffee Table Bar Cabinet

Grand Server Boomerang Kidney Shaped Walnut Coffee Table Bar Cabinet

By A.H. Stock

Located in Chattanooga, TN

cocktail glasses and a large hidden area behind a locking door that will conceal your cocktail supplies

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Formica, Walnut

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Large Bar Carts For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of large bar carts for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct large bar carts — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. Find 1022 antique and vintage large bar carts at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 19 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Large bar carts have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Large bar carts made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — are very popular at 1stDibs. Some large bar carts are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller large bar carts, measuring 4.3 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made large bar carts over the years, but those made by Cesare Lacca, Aldo Tura and Poul Hundevad are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Large Bar Carts?

Prices for large bar carts can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, large bar carts begin at $167 and can go as high as $265,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,228.

Finding the Right Carts And 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.

Questions About Large Bar Carts
  • 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.