John Stuart Dry Bars

American

Grand Rapids, Michigan, was once known as “Furniture City” for its local mass-production industry that flourished from the mid-19th century into the early 20th century, led by furniture manufacturers like John Stuart. Stuart’s eponymous company, which would build showrooms in New York and Philadelphia, designed and sold elegant reproductions of various furniture styles, including 18th-century French and English furniture as well as what we now call mid-century modern home furnishings built by European craftsmen in the entrepreneur’s Grand Rapids factory.

In 1845, a British cabinetmaker named George Widdicomb arrived in New York before moving to Grand Rapids. There he set up a small cabinet shop in 1857 with a dozen craftsmen, including his son John Widdicomb. The store quickly found success due to Widdicomb’s English training and the dearth of other quality furniture makers in the region. Toward the end of the 19th century, Grand Rapids had earned an international reputation as a leader of American furniture manufacturing, and while the Widdicomb family would navigate some difficulty after the Civil War, they emerged anew as Widdicomb Brothers and Richards, and then the Widdicomb Furniture Company. Widdicomb’s son started his own company in 1897, the John Widdicomb Company, and in 1929, the Grand Rapids–born John Stuart joined the company as a director.

Stuart, who had been in the furniture industry since 1913, was named president of John Widdicomb Company in the early 1940s and by then had formed John Stuart, Inc., with partner Herbert M. Rothschild. John Stuart, Inc.’s offerings included oak buffets and other dining-room furnishings crafted in the Tudor and Elizabethan styles, with cabinet doors and drawer fronts characterized by meticulously carved natural-world motifs and other decorative flourishes. Stuart also oversaw the design of reproductions of sophisticated walnut and mahogany Queen Anne side tables and dining chairs, with the latter marked by pronounced, vase-shaped curves in the back splats and cabriole legs. In 1952, the manufacturer and distributor’s founder sold the business, including the right to trade under his name, to the John Widdicomb Company.

Find a wide variety of vintage John Stuart furniture on 1stDibs.

Creator: John Stuart

Mid Century John Stuart Buffet Server / Bar Cart. Circa 1960s.

$1,650

Mid Century John Stuart Buffet Server / Bar Cart. Circa 1960s.

By John Stuart

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Mid Century John Stuart Buffet Server / Bar Cart. Circa 1960s. Features a quintessential sleek Mid Century Modern Design, two side cabinets, a top drawer, a expandable white...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dry Bars

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Formica, Wood

Mid Century Modern Walnut Bar Cart by John Kapel for Jon Stuart

$2,400Sale Price|20% Off

Mid Century Modern Walnut Bar Cart by John Kapel for Jon Stuart

By John Kapel, John Stuart

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid Century Modern John Kapel for Glenn of California Drop Leaf Expandable Bar Cart by John Stuart. Walnut with black formica top surface. The cart has two cabinet doors and one top ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dry Bars

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Brass

John Kapel for Glenn of California Expandable Bar Cart Cabinet

$2,300

John Kapel for Glenn of California Expandable Bar Cart Cabinet

By John Stuart

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This unique Mid-Century bar cabinet features an expandable formica top with raised edges, spacious storage shelves, and a wide drawer for organizin...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dry Bars

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Wood

Walnut Bar Cart by Jack Cartwright for Founders Milo Baughman

$3,500

H 34 in W 34.25 in D 17.875 in

Walnut Bar Cart by Jack Cartwright for Founders Milo Baughman

By John Kapel, Glenn of California

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid-Century modern bar cart designed by Jack Cartwright. Founders, maker. From the "Patterns" series, model 42190. Beautifully sculpted doors and concealed handles. An understated f...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dry Bars

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Wood

Dunbar styled Mid Century Rolling Bar Cart

$1,275

H 27.75 in W 16 in D 24 in

Dunbar styled Mid Century Rolling Bar Cart

By Edward Wormley

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A very well crafted smaller sized Mid Century rolling bar cart in a well grained mahogany with black wheels . The cart has one upper drawer ,lower inset shelve and bottom platform sh...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dry Bars

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Mahogany

John Kapel for Glenn of California Drop Leaf Expandable Bar Cart Cabinet Walnut

$2,200

H 27.75 in W 45.5 in D 20.25 in

John Kapel for Glenn of California Drop Leaf Expandable Bar Cart Cabinet Walnut

By John Kapel, Glenn of California

Located in Miami, FL

John Kapel for Glenn of California Drop Leaf Expandable Bar Cart sold through John Stuart. Walnut with black mica. The cart has two doors, one drawer and one shelf. The leaf can be l...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dry Bars

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Walnut, Formica

Pair of John Kapel Nightstands for Glenn of California

$3,500 / set

H 22.75 in W 24 in D 18 in

Pair of John Kapel Nightstands for Glenn of California

By John Kapel, Glenn of California

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of walnut nightstands by John Kapel for Glenn of California, c.1960s, USA. The nightstands each feature a single drawer with sculpted handles and black linear detailing. Each ni...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dry Bars

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Walnut

Half Oval Expandable Serving Cart Tray Table

$2,200

H 31 in W 30 in D 16 in

Half Oval Expandable Serving Cart Tray Table

By Maison Jansen, Maison Baguès

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern Italian brass and glass expandable serving cart.

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

Materials

Brass

George Nelson Style Mid Century Oak Bar Cart

$1,695

H 26 in W 36.5 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson Style Mid Century Oak Bar Cart

By George Nelson

Located in Franklin Park, IL

George Nelson style mid century oak bar cart Bar cart measures: 36.5 wide x 18.5 deep x 26 inches high  All pieces of furniture can be had in what we cal...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Rosewood Convertible Bar Cart, c 1960s Brazil

$11,100Sale Price|26% Off

H 29 in W 32.75 in D 19.75 in

Sergio Rodrigues Brazilian Rosewood Convertible Bar Cart, c 1960s Brazil

By Sergio Rodrigues, OCA Brazil

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This innovative bar cart by Sergio Rodrigues was crafted in circa 1960 from Brazilian Rosewood with contrasting white formica interior, made in Brazil and recently imported to the states. Fully restored and ready to be used and cherished immediately. A highly sought-after collectors piece, this dry bar / trolley features a flip-top which becomes a usable platform...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dry Bars

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Formica, Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Bar Cart Edward Wormley for Dunbar C1953

$4,795

H 32 in W 54.5 in D 21 in

Mid-Century Modern Bar Cart Edward Wormley for Dunbar C1953

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous bar cart/server with a drop down top which is 27 inches and 54 when raised, shelves for bottles, cupboard for glasses and other necessities. Model # 5433 created out of waln...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

Mid century Buffet Bar with Stool Italian Design

$14,400Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 39.38 in W 59.85 in D 19.69 in

Mid century Buffet Bar with Stool Italian Design

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR

Rare and Exquisite Rosewood Bar Cabinet with Stools, design Attributed to Gio Ponti Step into a world of timeless elegance with this exceptiona...

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1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dry Bars

Materials

Iron

MCM Walnut Rolling Sideboard Bar Cart by Kroehler

$1,220Sale Price|23% Off

H 31 in W 38 in D 20 in

MCM Walnut Rolling Sideboard Bar Cart by Kroehler

By Kroehler Mfg. Co.

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can sometimes ship it for less and get it to you faster. For a shipping quote, click on "ASK THE SELLER" under the purchase button and provide your zip code. Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a vintage MCM walnut rolling...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern John Stuart Dry Bars

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Walnut

John Kapel Mid Century Modern Walnut Dresser Glenn of California

$4,250

H 30 in W 72 in D 20 in

John Kapel Mid Century Modern Walnut Dresser Glenn of California

By John Kapel

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This distinguished by John Kapel for Glenn of California dresser features a streamlined design with exceptional craftsmanship and premium materials. Notable elements include elegantl...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dry Bars

Materials

Walnut

Panoplie Scalloped Walnut Bar Cart

$3,200Sale Price|28% Off

H 30.25 in W 25.75 in D 18.25 in

Panoplie Scalloped Walnut Bar Cart

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful walnut bar cart made by Panoplie. Rectangular cart with two tiers and carved wavy scalloped detail on shelf edges. Curved wood handles and 3 bottle compartments on lower sh...

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2010s American John Stuart Dry Bars

Materials

Walnut

Previously Available Items

Midcentury John Stuart Expandable Rolling Sideboard Bar Buffet

Sold

H 32 in W 50 in L 32 in

Midcentury John Stuart Expandable Rolling Sideboard Bar Buffet

By John Stuart

Located in West Hartford, CT

Beautifully restored John Stuart for Janus Collection midcentury rolling dry bar or buffet features beautiful walnut graining and accented by hourglass shaped alternating veneers. Th...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Stuart Dry Bars

Materials

Walnut

John Stuart dry bars for sale on 1stDibs.

John Stuart dry bars are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of John Stuart dry bars, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original dry bars by John Stuart were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 1960s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider dry bars by Dunbar, Arthur Umanoff, and Henredon. Prices for John Stuart dry bars can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,610 and can go as high as $1,610, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,610.