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Mid-Century Modern Large Faux Bamboo Steel and Smoked Glass Bar Cart
$2,250
£1,699.35
€1,963.01
CA$3,169.93
A$3,395
CHF 1,825.13
MX$41,234.21
NOK 23,061.36
SEK 21,114.39
DKK 14,667.31
About the Item
High Roller Hospitality: 1970s Faux Bamboo
Smoked Glass Bar Cart
Roll out the retro vibes with this gorgeous, large Mid-Century Modern bar cart, circa 1970. Blending the clean lines of modern design with a touch of exotic flair, this two-tiered cart is the ultimate accessory for sophisticated at-home entertaining.
Design and Detail:
The cart features an elegant frame crafted from polished steel with a distinctive faux bamboo motif—a highly sought-after decorative element of the era. The luxurious feel is completed by two spacious shelves made of dark smoked glass, perfect for mixing cocktails or displaying barware. The cart glides effortlessly on ball feet with a central white rubberized tire, ensuring seamless mobility from the kitchen to the party.
Historical Context: Sophisticated Style of the Seventies
The bar cart was an indispensable status symbol of mid-century hospitality. This particular piece, dating from around 1970, represents a fascinating shift in the Mid-Century Modern aesthetic. While the movement began with minimalism, the 1970s ushered in a taste for decorative eclecticism and exotic detailing.
The faux bamboo design, achieved here in polished steel, was a popular trend that injected a sense of global inspiration and visual texture into modern interiors. It juxtaposed the natural world with the industrial materials of the machine age (steel and glass), creating a look that was both sophisticated and playful. This cart perfectly captures the transitional spirit of the 1970s, where formality met flair, making it a functional and highly collectible testament to an era that celebrated the art of the cocktail party.
(Ref: NY10649-prrx)
- Dimensions:Height: 30.75 in (78.11 cm)Width: 38.25 in (97.16 cm)Depth: 18.75 in (47.63 cm)
- Style:Organic Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1970
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Downingtown, PA
- Reference Number:Seller: NY10649-prrx1stDibs: LU861041782472
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