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Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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
Italian Bamboo, Rattan and Red Velvet Bar Trolley, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Fabulous midcentury 1960s bar trolley in good condition. This item was designed in Italy during 1960s. This piece is wonderful because is an equilibrate composition of bamboo, ratta...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Bamboo, Rattan, Velvet, Wicker, Wood

Walnut and Brass Serving Trolley Model 756 by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Serving trolley model 756 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1940s. Veneered walnut and brass. H: 65 cm W: 53 cm Width when fully extended: 89 cm D: 80 cm Josef Fr...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

French Riviera Round Serving Bar Cart in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century round serving bar cart entirely made in bamboo, curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This stunning French Riviera style cart was designed in Italy during the 196...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Metal

Serving Table on Casters by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Expertly Refinished
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare serving / console table with drawer designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s. Highly figured walnut top and dark mahogany base and brass casters. We acquired this from the o...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Polished Stainless Steel Box Shape Two Tier Serving Bar Cart Chrome Mid Century
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Bauhaus Polished Stainless Steel Box Shape Two Tier Serving Bar Cart Chrome Mid Century Clean!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Stainless Steel

Pair of Vintage Occasional Lucite Folding Tables, TV Trays
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Beautiful set of two clear Lucite occasional tables features functional, streamlined folding design; the convenient shape allows the tables to be used as side tables or drinks table...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Lucite, Plexiglass

Mid-Century Wood and Formica Bar Cart in the manner of Angelo Ostuni, Italy 1950
Located in Catania, CT
This wood and formica serving trolley, produced in Italy in the 1950s, is in very good vintage condition. It shows normal signs of age and use, consistent with its time
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Formica, Wood

Harvey Prober Expandable Rolling Serving Two Tier Cart Table Console
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Harvey Prober two tier two drawers serving cart on wheels. Opens up to 59" long.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Walnut

1970’s Vintage French Brass Drinks Trolley / Bar Cart
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and useful 1970’s vintage French brass & glass drinks trolley / bar cart. The quality is fantastic, this is a great size and is beautifully designed, with fluted bras...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Palisandro and Mahogany Console Table Attributed to Vittorio Dassi
Located in Hanover, MA
1950s Italian console table or hunt board, in the manner of Paolo Buffa, rests on 4 fluted tapering column legs with brass sabots. Four dr...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Glass, Mahogany, Rosewood

Vintage Wood and Plywood Serving Cart, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
Mid century serving troley or side table on wheels, made of wood with plywood top. Good original condition with some signs of use (see photo).
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Wood, Plywood

Gilt Metal Bar Cart, circa 1960, France.
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice bar cart, circa 1960, France Gilt metal, one bottle holder and two glass shelves. Black leather handle. Dimensions: 81 cm H, 71 cm W, 48 cm D. Original condition. All purchases ...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Metal

Swedish Modern Bar Cart in Brass
Located in Karlstad, SE
Beautiful serving trolley sold at Svenskt Tenn in Sweden ca 1950. The trolley is made of brass with wooden handles and glass plates. Condition: Very good original condition with nic...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Italian Modern Rosewood & Glass Rolling Cart, 1950's
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Italian Modern sculpted solid Rosewood and Glass Mobile Cart, Made in Italy. Featuring an open smooth sculpted rectangular Rosewood framework with rounded lipped surface corners, ins...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Glass, Rosewood

Cast Iron Steel & Mirror Art Deco Inspired Bar Cart, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Cast iron bar cart with two tiers, the trays are covered in two-tone mirror.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Iron

Geraldo de Barros bar cart Unilabor Brazil 1955
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare and minimalist bar cart designed by Geraldo de Barros and manufactured by Unilabor in Brazil, 1955. This bar cart is made from a minimalistic structure of a tubular steel frame ...
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Metal

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 Serving Tables

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Chrome

Drink Trolley c.1950's French In brass by Maison Bagues
Located in London, GB
Maison Baguès, brass-plated trolley, and glass with bamboo decor, circa 1950-1960. The trays are engraved glass with flowers and leafs decor.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Fritz Hansen Danish Mid-Century Modern Folding Coffee Table Stand Tray Top Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Fritz Hansen Danish Mid-Century Modern teak folding coffee table stand tray top MINT!.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Teak

Architectural Oval Two Tier Serving Table with Handles, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
Architectural oval two tier serving table with handles, Italy, 1950s.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Nickel

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 Serving Tables

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Bamboo, Rattan

Italian Wood, Brass and Glass Bar Cart, circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice bar cart is made of wood, brass and glass. This is an Italian piece in the style of Gio Ponti, circa 1950.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Art Deco Wood Chrome and Glass Serving Cart Bar on Wheels
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Italian Art Deco serving bar cart on wheels. Built in bottle rack holder.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Chrome

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Lucite Chrome Brass Console Serving Table
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid-Century Modern / Art Deco lucite with chrome & brass base console / serving table with thick glass top in the manner of Karl Springer.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass, Chrome

Charming side, serving table in dark wood De Baggis studio
Located in Monaco, MC
Very elegant side / serving table. Italian work from De Baggis edition. Dark wood like Walnut. 3 feet, 1 handle. Very light. Good condition, small insect holes.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Wool, Walnut

Serving Trolley With Wicker Shelf Made In Rosewood By Johannes Andersen
Located in Lejre, DK
Rosewood serving trolley with wicker shelf, designed by Johannes Andersen and produced by CFC Silkeborg in the 1950s. The trolley combines the deep, warm hue of the rosewood with a l...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Rosewood

Bieffeplast Boby Joe Service Trolley ABS, Italy, 1970s
Located in Milano, IT
Office service trolley with compartments and pull-out drawers; Plastic material, ABS.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Plastic

Cesare Lacca Elegant Rolling Cart with Glass Top, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Rolling serving cart in lacquered mahogany with glass by Cesare Lacca (Italy) for Cassina, American, 1970s. This cart is very stylish and beautifully made.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Mahogany, Glass

Oval Chrome and Rust Glass Mirrored Bar Cart, 1950s
Located in London, GB
Oval chrome and rust glass mirrored bar cart, 1950s.
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1950s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Chrome

Poul Hundevad 1960s Mid-Century Modern Teak Bar serving cart
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Danish Rolling Tea Trolley MCM with Brass Toned Casters Elevate your space with this stunning Mid-Century Modern teak bar cart, a timeless Danish-...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Teak

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Table Stand
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern table stand. Dimensions. 30 W ; 22 H ; 20 D.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Wood

Antique chrome serving table, Thonet, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- original very good condition - construction of chrome tubes - 2 removable wooden trays freely seated in the construction - walnut veneer wood - only re-polished - original glass in...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Chrome

Brass Tortoise Finish Glass Bar Serving Cart on Large Carriage Style Wheels
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Decorative Mid-Century Modern two-tier bar tea serving cart on large carriage style brass wheels. The lower level is 12" H.      
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

French Mid-Century Modern Brass & Laminate Serving Cart, Trolley, Textable 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Colorful Mid-Century Modern brass and laminate trays serving cart, trolley from the 1950s made by Textable, France. With 2 pushdown buttons it folds down easily for storage, very pr...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Midcentury Rosewood and Chrome Console Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This impressive console table is both elegant in appearance and functional in design. Featuring rosewood this table will catch someone's eye from well across the room. With beautiful...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Chrome

Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper Black Marquina Marble "Eros" Side Table
Located in Stockholm, SE
Angelo Mangiarotti for skipper black Marquina marble "Eros" Console, Italy, 1970s Designed by Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper from the 'Eros' series, iconic black or Nero Marquina ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Marble

Arts & Crafts Adze Cut Ceruised Oak Finish Serving Cart Bar on Wheels
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Arts & Crafts style ceruised finish solid oak serving drop-leaf bar or cart on wheels. Double door storage cabinet on the bottom.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Oak

Concorde cutlery set by Raymond Loewy for Air France, Set of 12 pieces
Located in bruxelles, BE
Elegant cutlery designed by Raymond Loewy for Air France's Concorde flights. Stamped Air France. Dimensions: Length: 16 cm Width: 3 cm
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Metal

German sewing table on Wheels from the 1970s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This sewing table on wheels was made in Germany in the 1970s. It can also be used, for example, as a serving table or great interior decoration. It features a metal structure and an...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Iron

Chiseled Edge Green Glass Etagere' Vitrine Table after Max Ingrand
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous asymmetrical 3-tier etagere' table in the style of Fontana Arte', circa 1960s. Chiseled green edge glass shelfs. Walnut dowels support legs topped with polished brass finia...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Milo Baughman Rectangular Serving Bar Cart in Chrome and Smoked Glass, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful and unique mid-century serving bar cart in chrome and smoked glass. This stunning piece is attributed to the mastery of Milo Baughman and was produced in Italy during the 1...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Metal, Chrome

Italian Mid Century Modern Faux Bamboo Brass Two Tier Serving Cart on Wheels
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Italian Mid Century Modern Faux Bamboo Brass Two Tier Serving Cart on Wheels
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Italian Gervasoni Bar, 1960s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Wooden bar with bottle storage that can be raised by pulling the handle. Height when open: 76 cm. Wear due to time and age of the bar.  FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Metal

Italian Magazine Rack Trolley In The Style Of Ico Parisi, Italy 1950's
Located in Hellouw, NL
This trolley is made of cherry wood and is strongly reminiscent of Ico Parisi in style and design. Design The highly stylized frame is made in a traditional manner and we see the t...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Glass, Cherry

John Kapel for Glenn of California Expandable Bar Cart Cabinet
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Wood

Solid Brass Faux Bamboo Rectangular Shape Two-Tier Serving Cart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern two-tier glass shelves faux bamboo brass serving cart.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Pair of Polished & Rough Stone Tiles Cone Shape Non Matching Pair of Pedestals
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of polished & rough stone tiles cone shape non matching pair of pedestals small: 14 × 36 tall : 14 x 43.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Stone, Marble

Brushed Steel & Stained Wood 1960s Office, Tv or Service Trolley by Formanova
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Solid brushed metal structure with pivotable wheels and 2 stained dark brown wood shelves. Partially restored.: one wheel has been replaced and its related junction to the frame weld...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Metal

Brass Serving Cart with Glass Shelves, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. This trolley is made in brass and two glass shelves. It is a vintage item, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can be considered as in excelle...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Mobile Serving Table of the 1980s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Very good condition.
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1980s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Glass, Wood

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 Serving Tables

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Brass

Large Wheel Design Chrome and Glass Tea Bar Cart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice Mid-Century Modern polished chrome and glass rolling bar tea cart.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Chrome

Bamboo Serving Trolley, 1940s, Art Deco, Midcentury Bar
Located in Hamburg, DE
A charming serving trolley from the 1940s. The trolley comes on wheels and is made of bamboo and rattan. Its geometric, linear design is reminiscent of Art Deco furniture design from...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Merrow Associates Drinks Trolley
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and top quality vintage Merrow Associates drinks trolley, designed by the founder of Merrow Associates, Richard young. Originally retailed in Harrods, this was made in En...
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1960s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Chrome

Console Table, High Gloss Laminate & Brass Details, Maui Green - L
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Julieta Collection. Console Table with High Gloss Top, Brass Tape Framed, Black Powder Coating Conical Legs with Brass End Introducing the stunning console table with black powder...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Organic Vintage Cherry Brass Bar Cart Max Kment 1950 Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern organic vintage bar cart or tea cart from cherry, brass and cords by Max Kment Kunstgewerbliche Werkstätten 1950s Austria. While the bar cart shows two tiers, one...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Italian Bar Cart or Cocktail Trolley in Brass and Smoked Glass
Located in London, GB
This is an unusual elegant bar cart, cocktail or serving trolley in brass and smoked glass Italy circa 1960's. The sculptural design celebrates social gatherings with the curvaceous serpentine brass handles and arched cut glass trays.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass

Folding Tray Table / Cocktails Table in Smoke Lucite and Chrome, France, 1970
Located in Barcelona, ES
Lucite and Chromed Steel Folding Table, France, 1970s. This cocktails table or drinks table features an X-base folding stand in chromed steel with a serving tray comprised of a thick...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Steel, Chrome, Metal

Midcentury Chrome and Brass Console Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant console table features clean lines and a simplistic style. It would make a great addition to any dining room or party room set up. Sturdy construction and heavy material...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Brass, Chrome

Chrome & Smoked Glass Mid-Century Modern Rolling Serving Cart Bar
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very sharp looking Mid-Century Modern serving bar cart on wheels.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

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Chrome

Mid-century Modern serving tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern serving tables 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 serving tables 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 serving tables 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 serving tables, popular names associated with this style include Cesare Lacca, Cassina, Cees Braakman, and UMS Pastoe. 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 serving tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $220 and tops out at $51,713 while the average work can sell for $2,014.

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