Trolley in Formica and Rosewood by Kurt Østervig, 1950s
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare trolley, designed by Kurt Østervig and produced by Jason Møbler in Denmark, is a quintessential example of mid-century Danish design that artfully combines functional utili...
Brass
3 pc. Mid Century Dinette Kitchen Set after Umanoff McCobb c 1950/60's
By Arthur Umanoff, Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century kitchen, or dinette set comprised of a small table and two side chairs. The table has a faux rosewood formica top, on black metal a pedestal base, the two chars ...
Wrought Iron
Arthur Umanoff, Bar Cart, Iron, Birch, Rush, Formica, USA, 1950s
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered iron, birch, rush and white formica bar cart designed by Arthur Umanoff and produced by Raymor, USA, c. 1950s. Light to moderate discoloration present throughout w...
Iron
Mid-Century Golden Aluminum and Formica Italian Bar Cart with Pictures, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Unique mid-century golden aluminium and formica vintage cart. This fantastic item was produced in Italy during the 1950s. A gorgeous piece with anodized golden aluminium and the s...
Aluminum
1950's Stitched Leather Bar Cart by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1950's Stitched leather bar cart by Jacques Adnet Leather and Formica France.
Metal
Teak Serving Cart With 2 Drawers, Scandinavian Modern, Sweden, 1950's
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Cork, IE
With its clean lines and soft, organic curves, this serving trolley showcases the principles of Scandinavian Modern design, emphasizing functionalism, minimalism, and high-quality cr...
Formica, Teak
Geraldo De Barrors Rolling Cart, Unilabor, 1950s
By Geraldo de Barros, Unilabor
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rolling cart designed by Geraldo de Barros (1933-1998) and produced by Unilabor (1954-1961) in São Paulo (Brazil). The cart is made of solid “caviuna” wood and white Formica. Really ...
Formica, Hardwood
German Wilhelm Renz Retro Bar Cart or Tea Trolley, 1950s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Wilhem Renz (German) Retro bar cart or tea trolley, 1950s, with a rotating black and glass covered upper tier, and a red Formica topped lower tier, Lucite handle, wooden frame, and b...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Tea Cart by Geraldo de Barros, 1950s
By Geraldo de Barros, Unilabor
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Tea Cart by Geraldo de Barros, 1950s Geraldo de Barros crafted an ingenious tea cart featuring a unique four-level structure. Made of wood with Formica tops, th...
Metal
H 24.41 in W 16.54 in D 27.56 in
Tea Cart / Bar Cart Crema, 1950s
Located in Zurich, Zurich
Restored: Serving trolley / bar cart Crema, 1950s , Formica surfaces in cream white, golden edging, polished brass rods, golden metal legs, on castors Dimensions in cm: Length 70...
Formica
H 28.35 in W 35.44 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bar Cart with Colored Tops and Castors, Milano, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Italian rare bar cart, with colored top and shelves and castors in blue. Like a beautiful toy will be kindly present in your living room.
Formica, Wood
H 41.5 in Dm 21 in
1950s Antarenni Kitchen Table and Chairs, a Set of 5
Located in Charleston, SC
Great set of 4 dining chairs, wrought iron and fabric, chairs swivel with accompanying kitchen table. Table is wrought iron with a Formica wood grain top. Made in NY by Antarenni. St...
Iron
H 27.5 in W 36.5 in D 19 in
Arthur Umanoff, Bar Stand, Iron, Birch, Rush, Formica, USA, 1950s
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered iron, birch, rush and white formica bar stand or bar cart designed by Arthur Umanoff and produced by Raymor, USA, c. 1950s. Light staining on top. Dimensions: 27....
Iron
H 11.03 in W 16.74 in D 9.06 in
1950s West German Mid Century Plant Stands in Formica and Brass
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Set of three 1950s West German Mid Century plant stands, each showcasing the vibrant aesthetic of postwar domestic design. The trio includes a round blue top, a softly squared coral ...
Brass
H 28.35 in W 31.5 in D 17.72 in
Midcentury Italian Bamboo, Rattan and Formica Bar Serving Cart, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Midcentury Italian bamboo and rattan serving cart with two formica shelves. This unique piece was produced in Italy in the 1950s. A wonderful item in fantastic vintage condition, ...
Bamboo, Rattan
H 20.08 in W 35.04 in D 13.39 in
German 1950's Lacquered Steel Service Car In The Style of Mathieu Matégot
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Mexico City, MX
A German 1960's mid-century modern service cart / trolley in the style of Mathieu Matégot. The oval shaped grey and red formica surfaces are held by a group of 5 cream-lacquered tube...
Brass, Steel
H 27.96 in W 46.07 in D 18.9 in
Midcentury Bar Cart by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1950s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Midcentury bar cart in jacaranda, metal and polished brass by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1950s Zalszupin Family information, no more than five with this tray. Provenance: Brazili...
Metal, Brass
H 27.96 in Dm 18.9 in
Italian Teak and Wicker Service Cart, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
A service trolley, manufactured in Italy during the 1950s. Composed of three solid teak legs with brass details, two service levels, the upper one can be used as a bar, this ins i...
Brass
H 28.35 in W 45.28 in D 26.38 in
1950s Dutch Kitchen Table, Ash with Formica Top
By Pastoe
Located in Dronten, NL
Bought at the end of the fifties by first owner. She bought all her interior pieces from the "goed wonen" catalogue in which Pastoe, Thonet and other brands were represented.
Ash, Formica
H 27.17 in W 28.75 in D 19.3 in
Italian Teak Brass and Black Formica Service Trolley, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
This bar cart was manufactured in Italy in 1950s. The side table has two sliding doors, a curved wooden handle and a black formica plane. Can also used as a mobile bar. Mid-Century ...
Brass
H 27.96 in W 26.38 in D 18.51 in
Midcentury White Formica and Aluminium Italian Serving Bar Cart, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvellous anodized aluminium serving bar cart with two removable trays. This wonderful item was produced in Italy during the 1950s. An amazing midcentury piece that features ...
Aluminum
H 31.4 in W 35 in D 17.7 in
Brazilian Modern Bar Cart in Hardwood Iron White Formica Geraldo de Barros 1950s
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in New York, NY
This mid-century modern bar cart is made with Brazilian hardwood and has a black iron frame with white formica on the interior shelf. It features a large shelf, silver wheels on each...
Iron
H 26.78 in W 31.5 in D 16.15 in
1950's Stitched leather bar cart by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1950's Stitched leather bar cart by Jacques Adnet with is removable bottle rack Great condition
Metal
H 17.72 in W 32.68 in D 22.25 in
Midcentury Bar Trolley by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Mahogany serving trolley by Josef Frank. Simplistic to the core with a clean silhouette and great proportions. Steel handle. Original Formica table top with patina.
Mahogany, Formica
H 27.96 in W 26.78 in D 18.51 in
Cesare Lacca Mid-Century Brass and Wood Bar Cart, Italy, 1950s
By (After) Gio Ponti, Cesare Lacca
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous and unique mid-century bar trolley entirely crafted in brass, wood and Formica. This refined serving cart was designed by Cesare Lacca and produced in Italy during the 1950...
Brass
H 27.56 in W 28.35 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Caviúna Tea-Cart by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil, 1950s
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Caviúna and Formica tea-cart or bar-cart by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil, 1950s Elegant 1950s tea-cart / bar-cart designed by the acclaimed Italian-born designer...
Metal
H 25.99 in W 33.47 in D 17.33 in
Mid-Century Modern Tea Cart in Jacarandá (Brazilian Rosewood), Brazil, 1950s
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Tea Cart in Jacarandá (Brazilian Rosewood), Brazil, 1950s This vintage tea-cart consists of a delicately trapezoidal structure in Jacarandá (Brazilian Rosewood) w...
Metal
H 27.17 in W 16.54 in D 29.14 in
Italian Modern Glass and Brass Bar Cart, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
A stunning and very rare service trolley manufactured in Italy during the 1950s The iron of this serving table has new black enamel instead the brass has the original patina The ...
Brass, Iron
H 34 in W 47 in D 17.25 in
1950's Ebonized Mahoghany Barcart in the style of Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Stunning and functional 1950'S Solid Mahoghany Barcart in an ebonized open grain finish.2 lower doors, with lock along with single hanging drawer makes for a useful Barcart. Top surf...
Brass
H 27 in W 28 in D 17 in
Vintage 1950s Tea Trolley in Jacarandá Wood
Located in New York, NY
Tea trolley in jacarandá wood, white formica and glass.
Metal
H 32.49 in W 24.22 in D 16.34 in
French Bar Cart Attributed to Mathieu Matégot, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Basel, CH
A wonderful geometric bar cart attributed to Mathieu Matégot in black and white lacquered metal, manufactured in France in the 1950s. Cut out white metal shelf space, the top is cove...
Metal
H 31.11 in W 43.31 in D 27.56 in
Mid century wooden and formica kitchen table, Czechoslovakia, 1950´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
It was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1950´s. The table is made of wood and formica and painted in ivory and greenish color.
Formica, Wood
H 30 in W 21 in D 32 in
Greta Grossman Bar Cart for Glenn of California, 1950s
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare and wonderful bar cart represents Greta Grossman styling at its' best. Functionality and style abound: in the extendable serving tray, the hide-a-way brass bottle holder o...
Brass
H 26.38 in W 14.57 in D 31.5 in
Mid Century unique Copper Tea Trolley, France circa 1950 Bar Cart 1950s
By Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Guariche, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
A beautiful and unique 50s vintage trolley, France about 1950 with nice patina in a good vintage condition. The rods are made of copper, the tabletops some kind of formica, the red o...
Copper, Metal
H 37 in W 15 in D 19 in
Postmoden Rare Dinette Set by Randy Castellan for Makea Studio Signed
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice 3-legged table and chairs deigned by Randy castellan 1994, for Makea Studio, signed at the bottom great industrial design, in plywood good original condition , all handmade. The...
Plywood
H 32.88 in W 78.75 in D 63.19 in
Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Set with Table, Bench, Set of Chairs
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining room set consisting of a dining table, bench, and pair of chairs, solid beech, Scandinavia, 1980s This expansive dining room set is a rare find, distinguished by its exceptio...
Beech
H 18 in Dm 8 in
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and etched glass pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Oxidation present to brass Wear consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (inches): "H x "W ...
Brass
H 28.35 in Dm 46.07 in
Dining Set Designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining set designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929. Birch. Stamped. This rare dining set by the Finish design icon Alvar Aalto is characterised by the combination of...
Birch
H 47.25 in W 34.65 in D 17.52 in
Müller Bar Cabinet in Metal
By Müller Möbelfabrikation
Located in Tilburg, NL
Müller Bar Cabinet in Metal. Germany. Design 1998, current production. Available in every RAL-color. A highlight for your office or your home: The cleverly designed bar cabinet KB 3...
Metal
H 30 in W 41.25 in D 27.75 in
French Midcentury Formica Dinette Set by SIF
Located in Atlanta, GA
French Midcentury Retro Kitchenette Set in a daring powder blue formica from the SIF brand made during the 1950s. This iconic, complete set includes a statement cupboard, an expandin...
Chrome
H 27 in W 34 in D 34 in
Mid Century Dinette Card Table Set by Cavalier
By Cavalier
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural design game table and four chairs manufactured by Cavalier. Constructed of wood and tubular iron rods, the set folds down for easy storage and transportation. Soli...
Metal
H 259.85 in W 29.73 in D 29.73 in
Streamline Deco Burl Dinette Set Pink Mohair
By Gilbert Rohde
Located in Fraser, MI
Streamline Deco Table and Chairs. Walnut with Walnut Burl top. Pink Mohair seats.
Walnut, Burl
Bamboo Bistro Style Mid Century Willow and Reed Dinette Set att. to Henry Olko
By Henry Olko, Willow and Reed
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional 5 pc. Bistro style dinette set designed by Henry Olko for Willow & Reed Inc. c 1950/70's. This set includes a spectacular graduated three tier table, with a stylized um...
Upholstery, Bamboo
Mid Century Space Age Dinette Kitchen Set by Richard McCarthy for Selrite 1970's
By Selrite, Richard McCarthy
Located in New York, NY
Stylish Mid Century dinette, kitchen set designed by Richard McCarthy for Selrite, circa 1975. The set consists of four barrel form chairs, and the pedestal base circular top dining...
Wrought Iron
5 pc. Post Modern Dinette Set by Euro Style Glass Top Table with Metal Chairs
By Michael Graves (b.1934)
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural style dinette set by Euro Style of California, having a round glass top table with four stacking metal chairs. The table and chairs are constructed of perforated ...
Metal
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.
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