Metal Barware

Arne Jacobsen for Stelton, circa 1970s, made in Denmark. This brushed stainless steel cocktail shaker is complete with drink stir spoon. Tall and narrow, the strainer pours effortles...

Gorgeous Mid-Century round decorative basket, cachepot or bottle holder fully made in curved rattan, wicker and brass. This stylish decorative object was produced in Italy during the...

Classic Art Deco cobalt blue glass shaker cocktail with 10 classic recipes and six matching bar glasses. Recipes printed in white, for drinks Orange Blos...

A marvelous matching set of Saint Medard French silverplated barware champagne bucket and ice buckets. This lovely set consists of a larger champagne cooler and a smaller ice bucket,...

Mid-Century Italian Modern aluminum 'pear-form' ice bucket with white plastic insulated bucket (ca. late 1960s/early 1970s, Italy). Features a textured, sculptural stem decoration ...

Unique midcentury cubic dry bar in lacquered ash wood, mirrored steel and glass dry bar with hidden wheels. This gorgeous Willy Rizzo style dry bar was produced in Italy during the 1970s. The wheeled bar cart's four sides are in mirrored chromed steel, while the top is in dark smoked glass. It moves thanks to four hidden wheels, and the structure is veneered black lacquered oak. A design masterpiece that will become a cult furniture element in a midcentury bar or living room. Italian designer and photographer Willy Rizzo (1928-2013) first came to prominence in the 1960s as both a chronicler of and participant in La Dolce Vita, the glamorous, jet set lifestyle enjoyed by many international celebrities and socialites in the postwar era. While photography was Rizzo's first love, in the 1970s he developed a passion for interiors and launched a second successful career as a luxury furniture designer. Rizzo was born in Naples in 1928 but moved to France early. After expressing an interest in photography at the age of 12, Rizzo's mother gifted him an Agfa Box camera; soon he was shooting portraits of his classmates at Paris's Istituto Statale Italiano Leonardo Da Vinci. In the 1940s, Rizzo began his career as a photojournalist, working for several French publications, including Ciné Mondial, Point de Vue, and Image du Monde. In the aftermath of the Second World War, Rizzo notably covered the Nuremberg Trials and travelled to Tunisia for Point de Vue to photograph the conflict in North Africa, later published in Life Magazine. As his reputation grew, he was hired by France Dimanche to take portraits of the rich and famous at flashy events like the Cannes Film Festival. Rizzo's charm won the trust of royalty, dignitaries, and movie stars, allowing him to capture these public figures in unusually candid moments. Hoping to advance his career further, Rizzo travelled to New York with Black Star Agency in 1947 to photograph American starlets. When he returned to Paris two years later, he was invited to join Jean Prouvost’s newest publication in colour, Paris Match, as head photographer—a position that he held for 20 years and, along the way, sparked a new culture of celebrity photographers who were as intriguing and fashionable as their subjects. In 1959, he became the artistic director of Marie Claire and collaborated with other fashion magazines, such as Vogue. Throughout his career, Rizzo photographed dozens of stars, including Brigitte Bardot, Maria Callas, Salvador Dalí, Marlene Dietrich, Jane Fonda, Gene Kelly, and Gregory Peck, as well as striking up close friendships with famous personalities like Coco Chanel, Christian Dior, and Jack Nicholson. In 1962, Rizzo famously captured some of the last moments of Marilyn Monroe’s life on film before tragically committing suicide a few weeks later. In 1968, Rizzo married Italian actress Elsa Martinelli, and the pair relocated to Rome. It was here that Rizzo began his work in furniture design, starting with his newly-leased, run-down Roman apartment. Just for personal use (at first), Rizzo created a series one-of-a-kind pieces inspired by modernist icons, such as Mies van der Rohe and Le Corbusier. But as his glitterati friends—Rodolfo Parisi, Gigli Rizzi, Franco Rapetti, Salvador Dalí, Brigitte Bardot, and the like—became admirers of his work, Rizzo was flooded with design commissions. Rizzo went on to furnish apartments for Italian aristocracy in the Palazzo Borghese and Palazzo Ruspoli that same year and quickly earned an international reputation as a designer to the rich and famous. In response to ever-growing demand, he launched his own Tivoli-based company dedicated to contemporary furniture design handmade in lux materials such as wood, marble, stainless steel, brass, and wild boar. Over time, his team of eight grew to 150, and he was able to open shops in France and throughout Europe, as well as in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles. With an emphasis on clean lines and geometric forms, Rizzo's tables, chairs, and accessories combined contemporary shapes with traditional materials—in contrast to many of his contemporaries, like Ettore Sottsass and Vico Magistretti, who were popularizing plastic, foam, and other synthetics in furniture production. Rizzo's most successful designs are many low, box-like tables in granite, metal, glass, or burled wood, often embellished with brass or chrome accents or built-in liquor cabinets or trays. Two examples of his most celebrated designs include the Alveo Coffee Table (1970s) for Mario Sabot and the circular Yin Yang Coffee Table...

Designed by the esteemed Teghini Firenze circa 1980, this exceptional modernist silver plate ice bucket is both a functional barware staple and a striking statement piece. Its elegan...

Sexy Mid-Century Modern cocktail mixer and matching rocks glasses set with 22k gold plating produced by Culver in the late 1960s. This set is in grea...

Contemporary made-to-measure handcrafted polished brass champagne or wine bucket stand with skillfully sculpted and handmade hammered details. Designed by Jonathan Amar, handcrafted ...

Elegant and very fine French neoclassical baccarat style lion handle doré bronze ormolu mounted and diamond cut crystal ice/champagne bucket. Unsigned.

A fine signed vintage silver cup or beaker. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Pattern no. 895L. Fully marked to the base. Simply wonderful Tiffany design for the bar! Date: ...

Original vintage silver plated Los Castillo Beautiful and hard to find Bottle Opener by famed Mexican silver Los Castillo. Stamped on the paw with the makers mark.

Bakelite was the major form of “art plastic” from the 1930s through to the 1950s. It was patented by Belgian born Leo Hendrik Baekeland in New York, in 1907, and was the first truly synthetic and thermosetting plastic. Thermosetting meant that it could not be melted or changed by heating once formed. It was marketed as the worlds first synthetic plasitc. This is a very rare set of vintage art deco bakelite with dual tones perfect for a collector or lover of vintage flatware. Great to Good condition with minimal to no damage, needs some light polishing. Light ware due to time and use, but there are no broken or loose parts. No burns or marks just light dirt over time. A very rare set that could complete an existing set! These are stainless steel flatware that will last a lifetime!. (5) fork, 7 1/4" L. (10) cherry red bakelite knives...

A beautiful set of nine (9) Mexican sterling silver cocktail or appetizer forks/picks with charm tops, circa mid-20th century, Mexico. Charms include a rooster, cactus x2, amigo with...

A wonderful vintage brass and wood "Ice Cycle" ice bucket / wine cooler trolley / bicycle cart.

Mid-Century Italian Modern aluminum 'pear-form' ice bucket with white plastic insulated bucket (ca. late 1960s/early 1970s, Italy). Features a textured, sculptural stem decoration th...

A rare example of a Mauro Manetti designed ice bucket in the form of an apple, one of the scarcer models and in good condition. Made by "Fonderia d'Arte it is fully marked on the u...

The incredibly intricate brass inlay that embellishes the lid and front façade of this cave à liqueur is reminiscent of the technique utilized by Andre-Charles Boulle while hand-craf...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique German silver quart tankard; an addition to our range of collectable 17th century silverware This exceptional antique German silver tankard has a plain tapering cylindrical form onto a circular shaped domed foot. The surface of this antique tankard is embellished with impressive partial gilt chased scrolling decoration accented with central fruit and floral sprays in addition to undulating leaf designs, all on a matte background. The upper rim of this lady's tankard is encompassed with an applied moulded border. This rare silver tankard retains the original domed cover encircled with further chased scrolling ornamentation, reflecting that of the body and features a cast figural thumbpiece. The plain domed portion of the cover is surmounted with the original and impressive cast tiered finial. The impressive cylindrical hinge is ornamented with further matte textures. This antique German tankard...

Streamlined Art Deco Sterling Silver (.950) & Silverplate Corkscrew with Monogram 'S', Circa 1930 Sleek, architectural, and substantial, this vintage corkscrew is a striking example...

Classic early 1950s Austrian bottle opener, attributed to the Austrian Illustrator Ludwig Bemelmans depiction of "Noodle" the Dachshund dog. It was made by Bosse in Vienna. Measure...

Beautiful and tall, vintage Murano hand blown sky blue, controlled bubbles and gold flecks Italian art glass decanter. Documented to designer Alfredo Barbini, circa 1950s. Published ...

Late 19th century boar's tusk corkscrew with sterling silver end cap. This is a beautiful piece and would be a wonderful addition to any dining room or...

Elegant and finely crafted silver-plated wine cooler by the renowned French silversmith Ercuis. Featuring a neoclassical design with bold lion mask handles and beaded rim detailing, ...

Stunning mid-century chrome metal ice bucket. This elegant piece was designed by Aldo Tura for Macabo in Italy in the 1970s. In amazing condition. This stylish round ice bucket has ...

A silver-plated cocktail shaker in the form of a dumb-bell. In the 1930s, Asprey & Co. Commissioned and sold a range of various novelty shape cocktail shakers, including a handbell a...

Manning Bowman Art Deco Bakelite and Chrome Cocktail Shaker and Serving Tray. A nice sized chrome plated cocktail shaker with a mustard colored top cap. Manufactured by the Manning B...

Set of 6 Vintage Gold Decorated Highball Glasses in a criss-cross pattern mesh design and top and bottom gold bands.

This mid-twentieth century French aluminum champagne bucket features grapes and grape leaves around its upper rim. The bucket is marked Moet et Chandon, Fonde en 1743, the name of th...

This exquisite French 19th Century Louis Philippe Period "Cave à Liqueur", stamped by the renowned Coignard Chapon, is a remarkable example of fine craftsmanship and French sophistic...

Set of 12 cocktail picks with red Bakelite ball tops and forked picks resting on a gold-tone pallet carried by poles on the shoulders of two chrome finished men standing on a wood base.

A large Trophy Shaped Silver Plate Hammered Champagne or Ice Bucket with Stag Handles. A wonderful piece that can also be used as a center piece or planter (these pieces look grea...

Design by Mice cart by Domenico Rugiano made of fine wood. The side part can be closed or opened according to your needs. Easy to carry and lightweight.

Scarce estate Christofle ice serving spoon, large size, Berry Collection France 20th Century Attractive slotted design with heart shaped and scrolled motifs, ideal for champagne/wine buckets, caviar serving piece ice bowls and cocktails. Serrated front for breaking the ice. Condition: Very Good, light surface wear Length: 8 inches Width: 2.63 inches Marks: Christofle, oval OC mark, IOC knight mark, France Photographed with an estate Christofle caviar...

An Art Deco style chrome plated Mid-Century Modern Era cocktail shaker, circa 1930s–1940s. This cocktail shaker and server is perfect for your ‘Retro Mad Man's' bar. The three piece server is complete with a Ruby Red translucent Bakelite wing-shaped handle, a fitted lid, and a screw on pour spout cap. The spout has a built-in strainer, the smooth body sits on a pedestal base. The handle tests for bakelite and is attached to the chrome shaker...

Vintage Walnut Shaped Nut Cracker, 1970's Decorative Object - Vintage Measures : 12.5cmx9cm H:7cm Wear consistent with age and use.

A magnificent and highly collectable silver plate Swan ice bucket, made in Florence, Italy c.1970. Made by "Fonderia d'Arte it is fully marked on the underside M/M for Mauro Manett...

Mid-Century Modern Arthur Umanoff for Raymoor, black painted wrought iron free standing wine rack that holds 39 bottles. Minor wear to paint.

Make a bold statement with this stunning mid-century modern silver plate wine cooler or champagne ice bucket, expertly crafted in France circa 1960. A true conversation piece, this u...

Art Deco Ashtray Stand, Chrome and Bakelite by Demeyere, Belgium, 1930s This beautiful and rare Art Deco Ashtray Stand from the 30s is in the streamline modern Art Deco style. The ...

Classic early 1950s Austrian Walter Bosse design corkscrew in the form of a horseshoe. Nice addition to your room or just for your collection of Austrian bronze items. Found at an es...

Beautiful and rare 2 pieces set , ice bucket plus wine cooler . Shows original red sticker label . Made in Italy, Quick not most of the French production of Christian Dior was produc...

Vintage Ice cube bucket featuring a diamond pattern with thick lucite 1' lid.. This piece is an essential addition to any Mid-Century Madmen bar.

Antique French liqueur cave box with inlaid brass and and tortoise shell marquetry decor, a lift top door and swing side doors, polished surface, bronze legs. Inside there is a wood...

A refined addition to your home bar, and the perfect gift for any collector of vintage Hermés. Manufactured for Hermés for Schlumberger, this stainless steel pocket knife features tw...

Silver Plate Dolphin Bottle Opener Midcentury Mad Barware 2 h x 6.5 long x 2.38 w Original vintage condition unrestored Refer to images.

A stylish vintage French ice bucket or pail in silver plate, designed by Luc Lanel in 1932 for Maison Christofle of Paris. It's simple Art Deco design with ribbed decoration around ...

Art Deco / Modernist Style. Hermès Ice Bucket / Bottle Cooler. Hermès Ice Bucket / Cooler, Art Deco / Modernist Style. Marked on bottom. Fine Quali...

This stunning cocktail shaker from WMF dates back to the 1960s, showcasing a beautiful combination of cut crystal and silver-plated metal. The body of the shaker features a classic r...

This exquisite modernist silver plate and crystal Martini or cocktail shaker was crafted in Italy circa 1970. This three-cylindrical sectioned form has a removable cap and filter str...

Italian Modernist "apple-form" brushed stainless steel ice bucket (ca. 1970s, Italy). Features a sculptural stem decoration that serves as the handle for removing the top. The bu...

George III sterling silver stirrup cup. Made by Charles Aldridge & Henry Green in London in 1782. A fox head with pointed snout and erect folded ears; intense eyes and closed mouth. ...

This mid-twentieth century French silver plate champagne bucket features a ram's head handle on each side and a footed base. The bucket is stamped with hallmarks on the bottom. A bea...

Apple Ice bucket, brass, Lucite, Spain, 1960s A highly decorative faux tortoiseshell, metal plated and aluminum ice bucket or wine cooler in the manner of Mauro Manetti. Use it in a ...

Set of 8 vintage numbered highball cocktail glasses with silvered band. Glasses are 5 1/2" high x 2 3/4" across. All in excellent vintage condition.

A rare opportunity to acquire an Edwardian Oak tray with solid silver fittings, rather than silver plate usually found. Everything you see in "silver" is solid English silver, a good heavy gauge, there is a good weight of silver here, there are many hallmarks for Sheffield 1904 together with the maker's mark for the well renowned Martin Hall. Richard Martin & Ebenezer Hall (Martin, Hall & Co.) The original firm was formed in Sheffield in the year 1820 by Henry Wilkinson and John Roberts who traded as Wilkinson & Roberts. The firm's chronology is: John Roberts (1836), Roberts & Hall ( 1846), Martin Hall & Co (1854), Martin Hall & Co Ltd (1866-1936). Martin Hall & Co was one of the best known British manufacturers and participated to many international exhibitions including the Crystal Palace 1851 Great Exhibition...

Circa 1970s Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plated Horse Head hunting Equestrian Stirrup Cup. This drinking / vessel cup can rest on the head or be displayed turned over with the he...

American copper and wrought iron plantation cauldron with original iron folding handle supported by circular fitted three leg stand with stylized splay...

Vintage, brass hand bottle opener attributed to Carl Auböck. Stamped, Made in Austria.

Silver Christofle quaich form sailing cup. Vintage silvered metal double-handled cup with handsome anchor and double 'C' motif and fluted band below lip. Perfect for cocktail hour mi...