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Rare Italian Mid-Century Walnut Dry Bar Cabinet with Hammered Copper Top

About the Item

This exceptional Italian bar cabinet, originating from Rome, is a striking example of sophisticated mid-century Italian craftsmanship. Designed as a two-piece ensemble, the mobile lower bar seamlessly rolls into the wall unit, creating an elegant and highly functional composition. The cabinet is distinguished by its beautifully sculpted geometric doors, each inset with faceted smoked glass panels that catch and reflect the light, giving the piece a refined architectural presence. The rich walnut veneer, combined with the dramatic hammered copper countertop, creates a luxurious contrast characteristic of the finest Italian furniture of the 1960s. Beyond its impressive appearance, this cabinet was designed with functionality in mind. The spacious upper cabinet features glass shelving, while the lower section offers additional storage with three drawers, a cupboard, and the original refrigerator, making it equally suitable as a sophisticated home bar, a reception cabinet, a host station, or a restaurant service cabinet. Dimensions in cm: Bar: 129 cm long, 48 cm deep, with refrigerator 55 cm wide and 101 cm high. Wall unit: 140 cm wide, 202 cm high, 36 cm deep. Interior shelving (cm): Centre compartment: 65 cm wide Left compartment: 31 cm wide Right compartment: 31 cm wide Bottom shelves: 26 cm deep Upper glass shelves: 21 cm deep Dimensions in inches: Bar: 50.8 in long, 18.9 in deep, with refrigerator 21.7 in wide and 39.8 in high. Wall unit: 55.1 in wide, 79.5 in high, 14.2 in deep. Interior shelving (in): Centre compartment: 25.6 in wide Left compartment: 12.2 in wide Right compartment: 12.2 in wide Bottom shelves: 10.2 in deep Upper glass shelves: 8.3 in deep Good. Wear consistent with age and use. The hammered copper countertop displays an attractive natural patina with areas of surface wear and color variation acquired over decades of use. Minor fading, light surface wear, and a few small scratches to the wood, none of which detract from the overall appearance. The original refrigerator's electrical system will likely require upgrading to current standards or replacement if intended for regular use.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 79.53 in (202 cm)Width: 55.12 in (140 cm)Depth: 22.84 in (58 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Hollywood Regency (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960-1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Wear consistent with age and use. The hammered copper countertop has developed a beautiful natural patina with areas of surface wear and color variation. Minor fading and light surface scratches to the wood.
  • Seller Location:
    Antwerp, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU95041074592