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Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
American Modern Orange Lucite & Polished Nickel, Bar Cart, Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Queens, NY
American Modern Orange Lucite & Polished Nickel, Bar Cart, Charles Hollis Jones
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Lucite

Cesare Lacca Folding Bar Cart Trolley Original Frosted Glass, Brass & Mahogany
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Exquisite Mid Century Modern Italian folding, rolling bar cart by Cesare Lacca. Made in the 1950s Italy, it evokes the same influences as other icons of the era: Gio Ponti, Ico Paris...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Mid Century Italian Trolley in Bamboo and Rattan, 1970's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice trolley, manufactured in Italy in the 70's. The trolley is made of bamboo and rattan and it has 4 wheels. It has the normal traces of use, some rust on the wheels (see th...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Wood

English Vintage Brass and Mahogany Three-Tiered Trolley Raised on Casters
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English brass and mahogany three-tiered trolley from the mid-20th century. This exquisite English brass and mahogany three-tiered trolley from the mid-20th century epitomizes refi...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Vintage Bar Cart in yellow lacquered wood - 1960s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Serving Tray Bar Cart Trolley Trolley - Mid Century - Colors Decoration Measures : 75cm x 40cm Top H:59,5 Total H: 66,5cm Materials : Laquered Wood - 1 top glass Wear consistent wi...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Wood

Italian Bar Cart in the style of Afra and Tobia Scarpa, 1960s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian bar cart in the style of Afra and Tobia Scarpa, 1960s. Dimensions: H= 75cm; W= 76 cm; D=45 cm.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Metal

Brazilian Bar with Side Table in Hardwood and Glass by Branco e Preto, c. 1950’s
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in the NYC metro area included, this Brazilian Bar with Side Table in Hardwood and Glass by Branco e Preto, c. 1950’s, is nothing less than go...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Glass, Hardwood

Elegant Wooden Bar Cart Serving Trolley, Italy, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant Italian midcentury tea trolley or bar cart in the style of Ico Parisi. Including the original removable serving tray and the glass top.  
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Bar Cart with Faux-Bamboo Frame in Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bamboo bar cart of trolley, brass, metal, Europe, 1960s Charming bar cart made in Europe in the 1960s. This piece is made in brass, that displays a bamboo-like frame. Within this de...
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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Metal, Brass

Tommi Parzinger Henry Olko Server
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cabinet by Henry Olko for Willow & Reed featuring signature hardware by Tommi Parzinger for Willow & Reed. Two-drop down leaves extend length to 59"...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Drop Leaf Textured Brass Top Burl Wood Rolling Serving Cart Bar by Mastercraft
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern burl wood 21" long double drop leaf one drawer serving cart bar with textured brass top by Mastercraft.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Italian Modernist Iron Bar Cart / Trolley with Plywood and Wicker Inserts
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique drinks cart / trolley composed of a wrought iron frame with mixed metal inset panels accessorized with plywood trays and wicker baskets, all supported by caster wheels (ca. 1950s, Italy). Inserts can be configured in different ways, as shown, and serving accessories are thoughtfully included to allow for a simple transition from trolley to tabletop when entertaining. Very good, vintage condition with heavy patina to the steel push bar...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Metal, Wrought Iron

1950s Italian Bar Cart Serving Trolley from Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Regensburg, DE
Very decorative and versatile vintage bar cart, serving trolley from the 1950s by Fratelli Reguitti. The bar cart is made of solid wood (with iron and brass details), has 3 bottle ho...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Metal, Brass

Circa 1970 American Mid-Century Modern Iron & Glass Bar Cart
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1970 Mid Century Modern Iron & Glass Bar Cart, American. Smartly styled Asiatic lattice design of tubular iron & glass. Handles integrate into the design. Repainted several tim...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Iron

Mid-Century Modern Italian Serving Trolley
Located in Weesp, NL
Italian Mid-Century Modern serving trolley Beautiful two-tier chrome-plated serving or bar trolley with smoked glass in great condition. This trolley will only be shipped abroad in ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Chrome

Vintage French Brass Drinks Trolley
Located in London, GB
A chic and stylish vintage French brass drinks trolley, dating from the 1970’s. This is very well made, the quality is great and it has a lovely faux bamboo design. This is nicely f...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Vintage italian serving trolley by Cesare Lacca, 1950s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Fifties serving trolley or bar cart by Cesare Lacca. Stunning and elegant italian design with original glass and a mahogany and brass frame. Good condition with age related wear. ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Bar Cart
Located in west palm beach, FL
This vintage coastal rattan bar cart is the perfect blend of functionality and bohemian charm. Crafted with natural woven rattan, its tiered design offers ample space for displaying ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Wicker, Rattan

UPW Serving Trolley Table Designed by Ulrich P. Wieser in Switzerland 1961
Located in Ulm, DE
UPW Serving Trolley Designed by Ulrich P. Wieser, Switzerland in 1961 "Sturdily Rolled" A serving cart with railing: plates, cups, and bowls are given the necessary support. The...
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2010s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Beech

Wilhelm Renz Bar Cart 60s Mid-Century Modern
Located in Cork, IE
This elegant example of classic Mid-Century Modern design hails from Germany in the 1960s and was produced by Wilhelm Renz on a design by Walter Wirz (WR metal tag underneath). Set ...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Teak

Vintage Italian Midcentury Oval Mahogany and Brass Trolley with Pierced Gallery
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian vintage oval mahogany and brass trolley from the 1950s. This Italian two-tiered tea cart features two mahogany shelves, each surrounded by a delicate pierced brass gallery...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Stunning Pair of Mid-Century Modern Round Serving Cart in Bamboo, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning Pair of Mid-Century Modern Round Serving Cart in Bamboo, 1960s
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Metal

Serving Trolley Made In Mahogany By Johannes Andersen From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This serving trolley is an enchanting example of Johannes Andersen's design aesthetics from the 1960s and was produced by Silkeborg Møbelfabrik. Made of mahogany wood, the carriage e...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Mahogany

Vintage 1960 2 Tiers French Bamboo and Rattan Bar Cart
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1960 2 tiers French bamboo and rattan bar cart. Space in between 11 inches.
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Bamboo, Rattan

John Kapel Server by Glenn of California
Located in Highland, IN
This beautiful and highly functional design by John Kapel has a walnut case with a white mica expanding top and terrific details such as the sculpted handle and conical pulls. It has...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Formica, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood and Cork Bar Cart by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Three-tiered bar cart/tea trolley Model No. 6409 designed by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar (Indiana, USA, circa 1960s). Composed of a inset slate top with two lower cork surfaces and a s...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Slate, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Iron and Maple Bar Cart / Tea Trolley
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Minimal, modernist bar cart / tea trolley featuring two perforated iron surfaces with four larger glass holders on one side, and six on the other (given the age of production, these ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Wrought Iron

Small Mid-Century Modern Bar Cart and Magazine Rack by Cesare Lacca - Italy
Located in Girona, Girona
Small bar cart and magazine rack, stained solid mahogany, French polish, original glasses and mirror. Removable tray, polished brass hardware and wheel...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Goatskin and Brass Bar Cart by Aldo Tura
Located in Budapest, HU
Aldo Tura designed this bar cart/serving trolley, featuring a brass frame and two wooden shelves covered in beige-colored goatskin parchment, delicately painted. Its dimensions measu...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Vintage Mid-Century Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Bar Cart
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Iconic mid century Spun fiberglass bar or tea cart. Two level shelving one with glass and rare speed rack.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Fiberglass

Guillerme et Chambron oak Bar Cart, Votre Maison circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron oak Bar Cart, Votre Maison circa 1970
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Oak

Widdicomb Brass X-Base Serving Cart
Located in Chicago, IL
Widdicomb Brass frame serving / bar cart with dark mahogany case. Flip open top for additional serving space.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Bar cart by Cesare Lacca – Italy 1948-50
Located in Girona, Girona
Bar cart in stained and french polished beech, glass and polished brass, with three removable trays. Can be completely dismantled. Design: Cesare Lacca Manufacturer: Cassina Italy,...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Original Vintage Jacques Adnet Black Stitched Leather & Wicker Bar Cart
Located in North Miami, FL
Original vintage wicker covered hanging bottle holder (removeable) and stitched leather details throughout. Very clean and ready to use including the le...
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Metal

Mid-20th Century French Hand Forged Iron Bar Cart with Glass Shelves
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This mid-century French hand forged iron bar cart features an intricate scrolling pattern with a wrought iron handle at one end and two glass shelves. The lower shelf is fitted with ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Iron

Bar Table With Wheels Made In Brass & Glass From 1970s
Located in Lejre, DK
This rolling table/bar table, crafted from brass and featuring glass plates, exemplifies the luxurious design trends of the 1970s. Renowned for its super fine quality, this piece com...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Bamboo Rolling Cart
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Bamboo

George Nelson Style Mid Century Oak Bar Cart
Located in Countryside, 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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Midcentury Vintage Chrome and Laminated Wood Folding Serving Trolley, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
Mid-Century Modern, vintage serving tea cart consisting of laminated wood and chrome. Produced in Germany in the 1950s. Very good vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Chrome

1950s Cesare Lacca Brass and Black Lacquer Bar Trolley with Removable Tray
Located in London, GB
A 1950s Cesare Lacca brass and black lacquer bar trolley with removable brass tray and "Mod. Dep. (Depositato) Made in Italy" original label with original brass castors.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Organic Riviera Style Vintage Rattan Wicker Patio Garden Bar Cart, 1950s, Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Organic Riviera Style vintage bar cart or serving trolley from rattan 1950s Italy. A stunning bar cart or serving trolley from rattan with beautiful details like big wheels with wove...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Rattan

Mid Century Circular Greek Key Bar Cart
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid century modern circular Greek Key glass and brass bar cart with clear plastic caster wheels.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Mid-Century Italian Teak Trolley, 1960's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice trolley, made in Italy in the 60's. The trolley is made of teak and has 4 wheels. The plate can be separated and be used as a tray.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Teak

Jacques Adnet Style Bar Cart Mirror Glass Top on Casters Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
French two-tier bar cart in the manner of Jacques Adnet. Original mirror glass shelves and wheels.
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Chrome

1960s Serving trolley, Johannes Andersen
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic serving trolley from the 1960s by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg. Solid teak frame with three shelves in teak veneer and metal castors. Quality Features: accomplis...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Teak

Mid 20th Century Vintage Heywood Wakefield Maple Bar Cart
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage MCM bar cart. Made by the iconic Heywood Wakefield and tagged on the bottom. Two drop leaf panels for extended surface area. Acquire...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Maple

1970's Lucite Two Tier Bar Cart
Located in New York, NY
The Lucite framed bar cart supporting two tiers of removable trays all on wheels.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Lucite

MCM 'Thea' Teak & Oak Drinks Trolley / Bar Cart by Yngve Ekstrom, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Mid Century Scandinavian Teak & Oak Drinks Trolley / Bar Cart by Yngve Ekstrom, 1960s Superb Mid Century Scandinavian Modern bar cart / drinks trolley by Yngve Ekstrom in Sweden in t...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Oak, Teak

Vintage Metal Trolley by Mathieu Mategot, 1960s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage metal trolley by Mathieu Mategot, 1960s. Very classic and very nice bar serving. Trays and bottle holders made of ivory-coloured perfo...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Chrome, Sheet Metal

Stunning Antique Italian circa 1950's Brass & Glass Tea Cake Serving Trolley
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very fine, circa 1950’s Mid-Century Modern brass and glass Italian drinks trolley A good looking well made and decorative piece, the beauty...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Solid Brass and Glass Mid-Century Modern Bar Cart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Art Deco solid brass and glass bar cart. Outstanding clockwork quality craftsmanship.
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Italian mid-century modern wooden cart two glass tops and brass wheels, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern wooden cart two glass tops and brass wheels, 1950s Cart with two rectangular shelves. The structure of the cart is made of wood, the upper surface is exter...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Bar Cart in the Style of Mathieu Matégot
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
Mid-Century Modern bar cart in the style of Mathieu Matégot.
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Metal, Brass

Jens Risom Danish Mid-Century Walnut and Light Gray Laminate Serving Trolley
Located in Queens, NY
Danish Mid-Century two-tier serving trolley with a walnut frame, light gray laminate shelf surfaces, and a removable tray top, resting on four small casters. (JENS RISOM)
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Laminate, Wood, Walnut

Two Tier Brass & Glass Serving Cart Table with Removable Serving Trays
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid century modern tubular brass base tea cart with removable trays.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Pierre Cardin Chocolate Color Bar Cabinet on Castors
Located in Chicago, IL
Pierre Cardin bar cabinet on castors. Some vintage wear. The chrome band on one end has some scuff scratches (shown in picture). Otherwise pretty c...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Chrome

Mid-Century Perforated Metal Bar Serving Cart
Located in Hamburg, DE
Filigree bar cart with perforated plate element. The design is reminiscent of the form language of MATERGOT. Fine perforated plate meets a filigree frame. A very elegant design to t...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Metal

British Bar Cart in Teak Wood from 1960's
Located in Barcelona, ES
Bar cart in teak wood produced by British company Eedee, 1960's. Teak wood and polished and lacquered aluminum. Two trays and a storage space.
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1960s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Aluminum

Mid-century Modern carts and bar carts for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern carts and bar carts for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage carts and bar carts created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, case pieces and storage cabinets, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern carts and bar carts made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original carts and bar carts, popular names associated with this style include Cesare Lacca, Aldo Tura, Cassina, and Sergio Rodrigues. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for carts and bar carts differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $110 and tops out at $50,000 while the average work can sell for $1,948.

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