Sold|$9,920
Aalto Tea Trolley Model 901 for Artek, 1950s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Aalto Tea Trolley Model 901 for Artek, circa 1950s. Model created in the 1930s. White linoleum top
Rubber, Birch
Hans J. Wegner Serving Cart or Trolley in Oak by Andreas Tuck, Denmark, 1960s
By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful serving cart from the 1960s by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark. Made at cabinetmaker Andreas
Oak
Mid-Century Tea Cart Model 901 Trolley by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Tea Cart or Trolley model 901 designed by Aino and Alvar Aalto for Artek. Made in Finland
Birch, Plywood
Trolley in Brass and Mahogany by Josef Frank, 1950s
By Josef Frank
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare trolley, model 470, was designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn in Sweden
Brass
Sold|$622
Vintage teak cart
Located in Brescia, IT
Coffee table with wheels of 1960s Scandinavian manufacture. The simple, linear structure features
Teak
Sold|$1,803
Anton Kildeberg Cart
By Anton Kildeberg
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Anton Kildeberg cart in rosewood and grey laminate. Mounted on wheels. Made in the 1960s.
Laminate, Rosewood
Sold|$493
Vintage teak cart
Located in Brescia, IT
Coffee table with wheels and extendable top. Original piece of furniture of 1960s Scandinavian
Teak
Midcentury Swedish Serving Trolley with Glass Tray from Bodafors, 1950s
By Bodafors
Located in Uppsala, SE
This Swedish bar or serving trolley is made from blonde wood with a dismountable glass tray. It was
Glass, Elm
Mid-Century Brass Tea Trolley by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
By Svenskt Tenn
Located in London, GB
Brass tea or bar cart or trolley by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s. *** From 27 September until
Brass
Trolley in Brass, Glass and Walnut by Peder Moos, 1948
By Peder Moos
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Scandinavian craftsmanship. The trolley measures 71.5 centimeters in width, 42 centimeters in depth, and 57
Brass
Vintage Kai Kristiansen Trolley in Dark Wood with Glass, 1960
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oirlo, LI
Discover the charm of the 60s with this stylish Kai Kristiansen trolley. Manufactured in Denmark
Glass, Wood
Trolley Designed by Bodil Kjaer for E. Pedersen, Denmark, 1963
By Bodil Kjaer
Located in Stockholm, SE
Trolley designed by Bodil Kjaer for E. Pedersen, Denmark, 1963. Rosewood, steel and laminated.
Steel
Tea Trolley Designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden 1940s
By Josef Frank
Located in Stockholm, SE
Tea trolley in brass and glass, designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden. 1940s
Brass
Tea Trolley Designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1940s
By Josef Frank
Located in Stockholm, SE
Tea trolley in brass and glass, designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1940s.
Brass
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist Trolley or Side Table by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Karis, Nyland
Rare trolley or side table designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Modern Round Service Teak Trolley by Sika Møbler, 1960s
By Sika Møbler
Located in Karis, Nyland
Danish 1960s round teak wood trolley on wheels. Trays are removable and can be used for servicing.
Teak
Teak 'AT-45' Serving Trolley by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck, 1950s
By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Beautiful serving trolley designed by Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck in 1959. Made of solid teak wood
Teak
Walnut Serving Trolley With Ceramic Tile Top by Opal Kleinmöbel, Germany 1960s
By Opal Kleinmöbel 1
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1960s German serving trolley by Opal Kleinmöbel. This piece features a handsome two-tier walnut
Brass
1960’s Hans J. Wegner AT-48 teak serving trolley - P. Jeppesen
By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Bern, CH
1960’s Hans J. Wegner AT-48 teak serving trolley / table. Produced by Poul Jeppesen Möbelfabrik
Teak
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist Trolley or Side Table by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare trolley or side table designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in
Brass
Sold|$975
Poul Hundevad Teak Serving Cart
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-Century Danish serving cart designed by Poul Hundevad.
1960s Teak Wood J.H Fabriken Serving Trolley / Tray Sävsjö Made in Sweden
Located in Krefeld, DE
Scandinavian Modern two-tier rolling teak and gold colored metal serving cart. Design and produced
Teak
1960s Teak Wood J.H Fabriken Serving Trolley / Tray Sävsjö, Made in Sweden
Located in Krefeld, DE
Scandinavian Modern two-tier rolling teak and black colored metal serving cart. Design and produced
Teak
1960s Teak Wood J.H Fabriken Serving Trolley / Tray Sävsjö, Made in Sweden
Located in Krefeld, DE
Scandinavian Modern two-tier rolling teak and black colored metal serving cart. Design and produced
Teak
1960s Teak Wood J.H Fabriken Serving Trolley / Tray Sävsjö, Made in Sweden
Located in Krefeld, DE
Scandinavian Modern two-tier rolling teak and black colored metal serving cart. Design and produced
Teak
Tea Trolley Designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1940s
By Josef Frank
Located in Stockholm, SE
Brass and original mirrored glass. Measures: H 59 cm/ 23 1/4" W 100 cm/ 3' 3 1/3" D 51 cm/ 20".
Brass
Sold|$2,400
Gorgeous Danish Modern Rosewood Cart
By Eskild Pontoppidan
Located in New York, NY
Rosewood serving, bar cart. Danish made, this example has a drop leaf top, which, when extended
Laminate, Rosewood
Sold|$845
Danish Modern Teak Serving Cart
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Teak serving cart, vintage Danish Modern. Cart has two drawers and is on wheels. Glass top included.
Teak
Sold|$1,595
1970s, Danish Modern Teak Cart
Located in High Point, NC
Laying a full focus on minimalism and functionality, this Danish teak cart features a simple two
Teak
Sold|$1,395
1970s, Danish Modern Teak Cart
Located in High Point, NC
Laying a full focus on minimalism and functionality, this Danish teak cart features a simple two
Teak
1960's Teak wood J.H Fabriken Serving trolley / tray Sävsjö Made in Sweden
Located in Krefeld, DE
Scandinavian Modern two-tier rolling Teak and gold lacquered metal Serving Cart. Design and
Teak
Sold|$795
Ludvig Pontoppidan Teak Tea Cart
By Ludvig Pontoppidan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ludvig Pontoppidan teak tea cart with two 11 inch drop leaves, one drawer and three shelves with
Brass
Tea Trolley Model 901, Designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1935
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceramic, birch, and lacquer. Measures: H 58 cm, 22 7/8" W 91 cm, 2' 11 7/8" D 64 cm, 2' 1 3/16".
Ceramic, Birch, Lacquer
Sold|$1,095
1960s Danish Modern Teak Beverage Cart
Located in High Point, NC
This wooden bar cart was made in Denmark, circa 1960. It features an elegant construction of
Teak
Otto Schulz Trolley in Oak, Glass and Woven Cane Produced by Boet in Sweden
By Otto Schulz
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare trolley designed by Otto Schulz. Produced by Boet in Sweden.
Cane, Glass, Oak
Sold|$2,800
Kerstin Horlin-Holmqvist, Serving Cart, 1963
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning wooden serving cart by Kerstin Horlin-Holmqvist model "574-003" "Triva-Familje-serie" for
Walnut
Sold|$1,900
Alvar Aalto For Artek Tea Cart
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern tea cart trolley designed by Alvar Aalto and made by Artek. A bent birch
Birch, Wicker
Sold|$1,563
Børge Mogensen, Tray Table or Cart
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen tray table with frame of oak. Plates of black laminate. Mounted on wheels. Model 5370, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Oak
Sold|$1,563
Børge Mogensen, Tray Table or Cart
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen tray table with frame of mahogany. Plates of black laminate. Mounted on wheels. Model 5370, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Mahogany
Sold|$1,563
Børge Mogensen, Tray Table or Cart
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen tray table with frame of mahogany. Plates of black laminate. With cutting board etc. Mounted on wheels. Model 5370, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Mahogany
Sold|$1,322
Børge Mogensen, Tray Table or Cart
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen tray table with frame of beech. Plates of black laminate. One tray in black steel. Model 5370, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Beech
Sold|$1,563
Børge Mogensen, Tray Table or Cart
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen tray table with frame of oak. Plates of black laminate. With tray. Mounted on wheels. Model 5370, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Oak
Sold|$1,563
Børge Mogensen, Tray Table or Cart
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen tray table with frame of oak. Plates of black laminate. Mounted on wheels. Model 5370, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Oak
Sold|$1,563
Børge Mogensen, Tray Table or Cart
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen tray table with frame of mahogany. Plates of black laminate. Mounted on wheels. Model 5370, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Mahogany
Sold|$1,563
Børge Mogensen, Tray Table or Cart
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen tray table with frame of oak. Plates of black laminate. With tray. Mounted on wheels. Model 5370, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Oak
Sold|$1,563
Børge Mogensen, Tray Table or Cart
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen tray table with frame of mahogany. Plates of black laminate. Mounted on wheels. Model 5370, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Mahogany
Sold|$1,563
Børge Mogensen, Tray Table or Cart
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen tray table with frame of mahogany. Plates of black laminate. Mounted on wheels. Model 5370, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Mahogany
Sold|$1,563
Børge Mogensen, Tray Table or Cart
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen tray table with frame of oak. Plates of black laminate. Mounted on wheels. Model 5370, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Oak
Sold|$1,563
Børge Mogensen, Tray Table or Cart
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen tray table with frame of mahogany. Plates of black laminate. Mounted on wheels. Model 5370, made by Fredericia Furniture.
Mahogany
Sold|$1,202
Niels O. Moller Carts with Gilt Metal, 1960s
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Nice Scandinavian cart by Niels Otto Moller made of teak and 4 gilt wheels. Great condition.
Metal
Henning Wind Hansen for SIka Møbler, sewing cart
By Sika Møbler
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Henning Wind Hansen Sika Møbler sewing cart in teak. With wheels of brass.
Teak
Sold|$3,850
Alvar Aalto for Artek Tea Cart Model 900
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare tea trolley model 900 designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland, 1940s. From the
Ceramic, Wood
Swedish Modern Elm Serving Cart with Tray, 1940s
Located in Karis, Nyland
Lovely Swedish serving cart or side table from 1940s. Made from elm with beautiful curved lines
Glass, Elm
Rare "901" Serving Cart by Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1940s
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Rare, early edition tea trolley, model number 901, by Alvar Aalto. The design dates from 1936 and
Birch
Grete Jalk for Poul Jeppesen Teak Expandable Serving Cart, 1950s
By Poul Jeppesen, Grete Jalk
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a very nice and unique expandable bar cart by Grete Talk for Paul Jeppesen. This cart has
Teak
Danish Designed Wenge Chef Cart with Stove, Poolside BBQ
Located in Oakland, CA
Solid wenge chef cart on castors with two propane gas stoves over stainless steel, crafted of solid
Wenge
Danish Serving Cart with Drop Leaves, Storage Cabinet and Drawer
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
Well-made serving cart, with two drop leaves, storage cabinet and drawer. Measures: Width closed
Walnut
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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.
A bar cart should be stocked with a jigger, shaker, strainer, bottle opener, corkscrew, ice bucket, tongs and various alcoholic beverages.