Barware

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...

Mid Century Modern gilt bamboo motif rollover or "Bottom Up" spirit measure / jigger by Napier Co.

Piero Fornasetti: Oval Tray with Still Life, 'Natura Morta' Pattern, Early 1950s This wonderful oval tray from the early 1950s is a captivating example of Piero Fornasetti's genius ...

In the 1970s, Italian design was synonymous with elegance and experimentation, with manufacturers specializing in metalworking that created objects that were as functional as they were refined. Among these, Teghini stands out, a Tuscan company famous for producing furnishing accessories and tableware in silver-plated metal. Its objects were distinguished by their attention to detail, impeccable finishes and shapes inspired by nature, which blended craftsmanship and modernity in a unique style. This splendid pear-shaped ice bucket, made by Teghini in the 1970s, is a perfect example. Its harmonious silhouette, entirely in polished metal, reflects the light with elegance, while the lid is embellished with a finely crafted branch with a cast leaf, a testament to the care and craftsmanship of the time. In addition to its practical function, this piece is a true decorative element, capable of enriching any environment with a Mid-Century touch, from a home bar to a refined living room. Thanks to its timeless design and quality construction, the Teghini ice bucket...

A beautiful and rare set of eight (8) English pottery Portmeirion green Malachite and gold espresso coffee or demitasse teacup and saucer, circa 20th century, 1960, England, by renow...

An exceptional set of fifteen mid-century tumblers by Imperial Glass Co., in the sought-after Shoji Trellis pattern. Each glass is decorated with an intricate 22-karat gold overlay i...

As found in a Paris market, a charming small Mid-Century Modern glass ice bucket. This ice bucket is both beautiful and functional. The plating is around the top of bucket as well as...

French silver bottle opener. Silvered and gold metal bottle opener with harlequin diapered engine turned cylinder. France 1930’s Dimensions: 6.38" H x 1.5" W x .38" D

Great set of four ceramic drip glaze ice tea glasses and a pitcher by Allens of California, circa 1960s. Each glass measures 2.25"D x 6.25"H and the p...

City Ice Bucket from Orrefors is ideal for holding ice for drinks or for chilling a bottle of wine. The cuts that criss-cross the surface of the crystal create an asymmetric look, wh...

Art deco silver metal Christofle champagne bottle Elegant and beautiful champagne bottle with a geometric design characteristic of art deco signed...

Very huge carafe in yellow and pink Murano glass from the 1960s, attributed to Antonio da Ros. Excellent vintage condition.

This is an antique decorative champagne corkscrew. A German, white metal and brass multi tool with Jules Mumm branding, dating to the early 20th century, ci...

Striking Space-Age blue and white enameled steel fondue pot by Catherineholm of Norway. Circa. 1960's. Exceptional condition. Complete set including under-plate and sterno cup.

We propose a splendid mid-century Modernist Jug & Glasses Set for your home bar corner. Made in Italy during the 60s, it is composed of 6 Collins Tumbler glasses and a carafe with a ...

Beautiful set of 6 old fashioned crystal glasses. Each glass renders a motif of Sun, Moon and Stars in gold leaf designs. Dazzling and whimsical. Beautiful pieces that add shimmer an...

Stylish bar set consisting of a liqueur carafe with five glasses and a tray. A fancy liqueur set that convinces with color and design. Glass carafe in gold-colored stripes with the m...

Classic early 1950s Austrian corkscrew in the form of a Woman Head. Has a hook to be attached at the wall. Nice addition to your room, bar or just for your collection of Austrian bro...

Laurent Siret, French Burlwood Cork Screw, signed.

Piece unique - one of a kind solid Burmese teak napkin holder by the Danish furniture designer J. Kjærsulf. Decorated with two dots in brushed sterling silver. It was exhibited at an...

Gucci Vintage hammer corkscrew in chrome and brass signed with Gucci. Very good vintage condition.

An exceptional signed sculptured wine bottle cradle by the renowned French Artist and Sculptor Richard Faure. Hand crafted in brass, and intricately detailed in the form of a ches...

**Please ask for specific dimensions if needed** Consisting of a shaker, ice bucket and pitcher, with hand-cut glass bodies of diamond cut pattern fading into a prism cut pattern, t...

Beautiful early 20th century faux bamboo brass tray with handles and foliage details. France, 1920-1930. This eye-catching faux bamboo tray wi...

A pair of silverplate coupe classes of goblets was made by F.B Rogers Silver in Art Deco style with clean, minimal lines; the glasses are signed with "Trade Mark 1883 F.B Rogers Sil...

A very large jumbo sized cocktail shaker formed in aluminum with large top and built in strainer with cap. This is your summer party sized mixer shaker or called a hotel shaker that ...

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

Whiskey decanters with silver collar by Wolfers Frères for Val Saint Lambert Two cut to clear crystal whiskey decanters by Wolfers Frères S.A.Belgium with stoppers. The crystal cut ...

Wedgwood port wine cellar bin label. Antique Port wine bin / cellar label with suspension hole at its top and the black lettering to its centre, made by the...

Made in Germany, 1970s. This set of twelve cocktail glasses is made in fine ground and blown crystal. It is a vintage set, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can ...

A large serving tray (60x43 cm) in solid oak. Fine subtle details and craftsmanship. It was made by Hundevad Møbler in Denmark circa 1970 and originally came along with a coffee tabl...

French Modern Style Mercury Glass Champagne/Wine Bucket Purchased in France, 1980s Of typical cylinder form, mirror finish all around Overall measurements: 9.5 -inches high x 6.5...

Handcrafted Swirl-Infused Old-Fashioned Glasses in Cobalt Blue – Set of 6. These vintage Italian hand-blown drinking glasses boast a thick and heavy construction in captivating cobalt blue and clear glass with intricate swirls. Elevate your barware collection with this beautiful set of 6 cobalt blue cocktail glasses...

A fine pair of signed drinking glasses. By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In the 'Thumbprint' pattern. Marked to the base for Elsa Peretti / Tiffany & Co. Simply a wonderful pair...

Vintage Italian oval metal tray depicting watermelon on orange surface / made in Milan Italy in the 1950s Original Fornasetti label on the base Measures: width 18 inches, depth 13.5 ...

Salta province is called the beautiful, and this adjective introduces us to its profound beauty. Its fertile valleys, windy desert, colorful mountains and blue sky are the images tha...

Amethyst color & diamond cut crystal and etched pattern decanter. This piece can be used as barware or a decorative sculpture.

A pair of green glass etched wine glasses. The body of these pretty glasses is transparent and etched with leaves and grapes. The stems are created...

A striking example of Mid-Century glassware design, this set of 17 double shot glasses by Anchor Hocking features an iconic Florentine pattern in bold tones of red orange, jet black ...

This 1970s Ice Bucket is a unique and stylish piece of functional decor that perfectly encapsulates the design sensibilities of the era. This ice bucket combines elements of Mid-Cent...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

Karl Palda Art Deco Cologne Bottle / Decanter – Rare Ruby Red Cheetah Design, 1930s This exquisite 1930s Art Deco cologne bottle / decanter by Karl Palda is a striking example of th...

Art Deco cocktail shaker of classic fire extinguisher form in clear glass decorated in red enamel with 24 cocktail recipes, the chrome lid in the form of a fire extinguisher top encl...

Italian Modern Acrylic Ice Bucket or Wine Cooler. Offered is an Italian mid century modern/modernist blue acrylic or lucite ice bucket or wine cooler with a beautiful horizontal ribb...

Add a luxurious touch to your home bar with this lovely bottle opener. The perfect gift for someone special in your life and for any vintage Hermès aficionado. In honey-colored brass...

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1869 by Fenton Brothers Ltd., this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Goblet, features wonderful bright cut engraved decoration throughout, a g...

Three Petite Danish Teak Butcher Block Cutting Boards, circa 1960s.

Salta province is called the beautiful, and this adjective introduces us to its profound beauty. Its fertile valleys, windy desert, colorful mountains and blue sky are the images tha...

Midcentury bar-set with the following accessories: a rock hammer Corkscrew, a spade shaped bottle opener and a horse head ashtray. All of them made ...

Vintage 1970s Oro Guido Bergna espresso maker with 2 cups. Collectible aluminum Oro Guido Bergna collector espresso maker and 2 espresso coffee cups. Ital...

Manipur Ice Bucket Large in Brass Cane, Viya By Vikram Goyal A classic pairing, reimagined. Robust cane becomes latticed second skin to the hand-beaten brass objects in an eff...

Victorian Period, sterling silver mustache cup, Gorham manufacturing Corp., Providence, Rhode Island, circa 1895. Measures 3 inches high x 3 inches diamet...

1970s Stunning and elegant ice bucket by ARIR. Made in Italy. The item is in excellent condition and it's signed on one side. Dimension: Ice bucket diameter 8,66 x 7,87 H inches diam...

Sculptor, industrial designer and artist Torsten Johansson designed this beautiful wine rack of molded exotic rosewood and birch for AB Formträ, Sweden circa 1960s.

Vintage Knight Silver Smith's Silver on Copper Lidded Ice Bucket w Aluminum Lining. Circa 1970s. Measurements: 9" H x 9" W x 7.5" D.

This whimsical and sophisticated set of James Mont glasses were realized by James Mont, circa 1960. Realized in translucent glass, these water glasses feature four unique hand drawn ...

Incredible complete set of silver band glassware, almost impossible to find this intact. The set consists of 9 sizes, with a total of 82 pieces. 12 Cordials 4.25 Height x 1.75 Diameter. 14 Large Wines 7.5 Height x 4 Diameter. 8 Brandy Glasses...

A well-made French fromage cheese knife and fork cutlery service “Le Thiers" set by Claude Dozorme, circa late-20th to early 21st century, France. Set is steel ...

A sculptural mid-century cork screw bottle opener in the form of a fish. Crafted from brass with a combination of polished and black-patinated surfaces. This charming and humorous de...

A set of three French hand made (hand blown) liquor decanters or bottles with the original glass corks. These French transparent glass and antique pieces from the very early part of ...