Serving trolley - Wood, Metal - Cart






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Antique mid‑century two‑tier bar cart made of wood and brass‑coloured metal with dark metal detailing, Italian origin, dimensions 80 cm high, 82 cm wide, 40 cm deep, in good condition with minor signs of age.
Description from the seller
Elegant and distinctive vintage two-tier bar or serving trolley, dating from the mid-20th century, featuring a refined combination of wood, brass-coloured metal and decorative details.
The trolley has a rectangular structure with two spacious wooden shelves, both finished with a glossy surface and enhanced by elegant brass-coloured metal edging. Each shelf is surrounded by a decorative gallery composed of numerous small turned dark-metal elements, providing both a practical function and a sophisticated appearance.
The upper section is equipped with two large side handles, made of brass-coloured metal and turned wood, allowing the trolley to be moved easily. The vertical supports are also made of turned wood and decorated with metal details.
The lower shelf features three circular metal bottle holders, making the trolley particularly suitable for use as a drinks or bar trolley for bottles, glasses and serving accessories.
A pull-out drawer is located beneath the upper shelf, providing convenient storage for small serving accessories, cutlery, napkins or other items.
The trolley stands on four large wheels, with metal construction and decorative spokes, allowing it to be moved around easily. The combination of the wheels, galleries and handles gives the piece both functionality and a distinctive decorative character.
Period and Style
Period: Mid-20th century, approximately 1950s–1970s
Style: Vintage / Mid-Century, with classical decorative influences
Provenance: Europe, stylistically attributed.
Materials
Wood and wood veneer, brass-coloured metal, dark metal and turned wooden details.
Condition
The trolley is in good vintage condition, with normal signs of age and use. There are some minor scratches, surface abrasions and slight wear to the wooden finish and metal elements, consistent with its age.
The shelves retain an attractive glossy finish and visible natural wood grain. The photographs show the actual condition of the piece and should be considered an integral part of the description.
Measurements
Height: 80 cm
Width: 82 cm
Depth: 40 cm
Suggested Use
Ideal as a bar trolley, bottle holder, serving trolley or drinks cart. It would work beautifully in a living room, dining room, study, hotel or restaurant, or as a distinctive decorative piece in a vintage or Mid-Century interior.
A highly decorative and functional vintage piece, featuring numerous carefully crafted details and a strong visual presence, suitable for collectors and lovers of vintage furniture.
Seller's Story
Elegant and distinctive vintage two-tier bar or serving trolley, dating from the mid-20th century, featuring a refined combination of wood, brass-coloured metal and decorative details.
The trolley has a rectangular structure with two spacious wooden shelves, both finished with a glossy surface and enhanced by elegant brass-coloured metal edging. Each shelf is surrounded by a decorative gallery composed of numerous small turned dark-metal elements, providing both a practical function and a sophisticated appearance.
The upper section is equipped with two large side handles, made of brass-coloured metal and turned wood, allowing the trolley to be moved easily. The vertical supports are also made of turned wood and decorated with metal details.
The lower shelf features three circular metal bottle holders, making the trolley particularly suitable for use as a drinks or bar trolley for bottles, glasses and serving accessories.
A pull-out drawer is located beneath the upper shelf, providing convenient storage for small serving accessories, cutlery, napkins or other items.
The trolley stands on four large wheels, with metal construction and decorative spokes, allowing it to be moved around easily. The combination of the wheels, galleries and handles gives the piece both functionality and a distinctive decorative character.
Period and Style
Period: Mid-20th century, approximately 1950s–1970s
Style: Vintage / Mid-Century, with classical decorative influences
Provenance: Europe, stylistically attributed.
Materials
Wood and wood veneer, brass-coloured metal, dark metal and turned wooden details.
Condition
The trolley is in good vintage condition, with normal signs of age and use. There are some minor scratches, surface abrasions and slight wear to the wooden finish and metal elements, consistent with its age.
The shelves retain an attractive glossy finish and visible natural wood grain. The photographs show the actual condition of the piece and should be considered an integral part of the description.
Measurements
Height: 80 cm
Width: 82 cm
Depth: 40 cm
Suggested Use
Ideal as a bar trolley, bottle holder, serving trolley or drinks cart. It would work beautifully in a living room, dining room, study, hotel or restaurant, or as a distinctive decorative piece in a vintage or Mid-Century interior.
A highly decorative and functional vintage piece, featuring numerous carefully crafted details and a strong visual presence, suitable for collectors and lovers of vintage furniture.
