John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

Canadian, American, 1912-1998

John Van Koert was integral to the rise in popularity of Scandinavian modern furniture during the mid-20th century all over the United States. The Canadian-born designer’s spare walnut coffee tables and elegant armchairs, for example — particularly those that he created for North Carolina’s Drexel Furniture — reflected the influence of the era’s alluring Danish design and were prominently featured in the modern interiors of postwar American homes.

Originally from Manitoba, Van Koert moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to attend the University of Wisconsin. There he studied sculpture and trained in metalwork. Van Koert later taught design in the school’s art department. After World War II, Van Koert settled in New York City. He created jewelry for Harry Winston before shifting his focus to flatware and furniture design.

Van Koert found quick success with his flatware designs for Towle Silversmiths. His Contour set was part of the “Knife, Fork and Spoon” exhibition organized by the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis in the early 1950s. In 1954, he served as design director for the “Design in Scandinavia” exhibition, which toured Canada as well as the United States and featured hundreds of designs created in Finland, Denmark, Norway and Sweden by the likes of Kaj Franck, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Finn Juhl and others.

Van Koert kept busy over the years. Drexel embraced the clean lines of mid-century modernism during the postwar era with the Declaration collection designed by Stewart MacDougall and Kipp Stewart that featured elegant credenzas and more made in walnut, and the Profile, Casa Del Sol and Projection collections designed with sculptural shapes by Van Koert.

In the early 1960s, Van Koert created a contemporary line for Richardson-Nemschoff, a furniture manufacturer based in the designer’s former stomping grounds of Wisconsin. During the early 1970s, he partnered with Sarreid Ltd., a brand that got its start sourcing materials from Spain and Italy and bringing the exceptional talents of European wood carvers, sculptors and painters to the forefront of American home decor.

On 1stDibs, find vintage John Van Koert seating, tables and storage pieces.

Creator: John Van Koert

Wonderful Drexel Rolling Bar Cart Mid-Century Modern, circa 1957

$950

Wonderful Drexel Rolling Bar Cart Mid-Century Modern, circa 1957

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Wonderful folding rolling bar cart by Drexel, designed by John van Koert circa 1957. This piece is made of Italian walnut and retains its original finish. I love the removable solid...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

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Walnut

John Van Koert Designed Console/Cart

$1,500

John Van Koert Designed Console/Cart

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Single drawer rolling cart by Drexel in genuine mahogany. Wheels can come off to make a stationary console table. Please confirm location NY or NJ

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

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Mahogany

Italian Design Mid-Century Bar Cart, 1950s

$1,682Sale Price|20% Off

H 26.78 in W 27.56 in D 17.33 in

Italian Design Mid-Century Bar Cart, 1950s

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Rare 1950s Italian desgin serving bar cart. Made of beech wood equipped with two glass shelves and brass wheels for convenient movement. Perfect for serving drinks to your guests. Vi...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

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Glass, Beech

Mid-Century Rolling Bar Cart

$2,250

H 26 in W 27.5 in D 15 in

Mid-Century Rolling Bar Cart

Located in New York, NY

This versatile cart was designed for use as a bar or serving cart, with an open lower shelf, two drawers for storage and a pull-out tray lined with black glass for serving. Finished ...

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1940s Swedish Vintage John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

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Fir

1950's Drexel Profile K44 Extending Dining Table by John Van Koert

$3,499

H 29.5 in W 40 in D 98 in

1950's Drexel Profile K44 Extending Dining Table by John Van Koert

By John Van Koert, Drexel, Edward Wormley

Located in Chattanooga, TN

This Drexel Profile Model K44 extending dining table is both striking in scale and versatile in function. Its walnut and pecan top, supported by robust metal glides, opens effortless...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

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Fruitwood, Walnut

Italian Mid-Century Modern Drinks Cart or Rolling Bar Trolley

$3,695

H 24.5 in W 32 in D 18.75 in

Italian Mid-Century Modern Drinks Cart or Rolling Bar Trolley

Located in Austin, TX

A fine Italian Mid-Century Modern bar cart or drinks trolley, featuring a rectangular two-tier design of wood and chrome, with the top tier being a tray style, with a chrome gallery ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

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Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Danish Modern John Stuart Teak Bar Cart

$595

H 25.5 in W 27.5 in D 16.25 in

Mid-Century Danish Modern John Stuart Teak Bar Cart

By John Stuart Inc.

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

Elevate your entertaining space with this authentic Mid-Century Danish Modern teak bar cart by renowned designer John Stuart. Crafted with timeless Scandinavian simplicity, this eleg...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Large John Van Koert coffee Table

$1,650

H 16 in Dm 38 in

Large John Van Koert coffee Table

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in South Charleston, WV

38" wide x 16" tall, large walnut coffee table. John Van Korea for Drexel. This table has been refinished but maintains two flaws (photographed and shown in video), otherwise excelle...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

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Walnut

Expertly Restored-John Van Koert “Profile” Travertine Top Side Tables for Drexel

$3,500 / set

H 22.25 in W 28 in D 18 in

Expertly Restored-John Van Koert “Profile” Travertine Top Side Tables for Drexel

By Drexel, John Van Koert

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Original Travertine Tops, Walnut Wood ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life,...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

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Travertine

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk

$2,250

H 35.63 in W 54 in D 33.25 in

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid Century Leather Top Walnut Desk

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Denton, TX

Strong bold design by John Van Koert for Drexel furniture. A combination of walnut and oak makes this desk a stunning vintage piece of art. The writing surface is 30.25" high.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

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Leather, Oak, Walnut

Aldo Tura Geometric Design Bar Cart

$4,800

H 27 in W 22.5 in D 31.25 in

Aldo Tura Geometric Design Bar Cart

By Aldo Tura

Located in North Miami, FL

An original vintage Aldo Tura bar cart in dark brown lacquered goatskin and gold plated metal. Very geometric design and is a classic Italian Mid-century modern look. Signed underneath.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Eye Shaped Cymbal Coffee Cocktail Table by John Van Koert

$675

H 16 in W 47.5 in D 34 in

Eye Shaped Cymbal Coffee Cocktail Table by John Van Koert

By John Van Koert

Located in New York, NY

Eye shaped formica top with medallion center motif, on decorative aluminum base. The top has damage at both pointed ends, and there is wear to the finish on the metal base. Not in p...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

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Aluminum

John Van Koert Mid-Century Modern Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished

$5,995

H 29.25 in W 86 in D 40 in

John Van Koert Mid-Century Modern Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut extension dining table By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Profile" Collection USA, 1956 Measures: 62"W x 40"D x 29.25"H. Extends...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

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Walnut

Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

$1,807Sale Price|35% Off

H 30 in W 37.25 in D 20.38 in

Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Drexel, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Houston, TX

Mid Century Modern Bar Cart By Edward Wormley For Dunbar,. Offered is a handsome mid century blond wood bar cart or serving cart from the Precedent series designed by Edward Wormley ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Van Koert Carts and Bar Carts

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Wood

John Van Koert carts and bar carts for sale on 1stDibs.

John Van Koert carts and bar carts 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 Van Koert carts and bar carts, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original carts and bar carts by John Van Koert were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 1950s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider carts and bar carts by Paul McCobb, Edward Wormley, and Mastercraft. Prices for John Van Koert carts and bar carts can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $950 and can go as high as $950, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $950.