Description
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"• Vintage wood tea cart with detachable glass serving tray
"• Drop-leaf sides for adjustable surface area
"• Smooth-rolling large spoke wheels and rear casters
"• Charming cottage, colonial, or traditional style
"• Ideal for use as a bar cart, tea service, or dessert station
"• Two large wheels at the back and two small wheels in front
Measurements:
When extended, the handle adds an additional approximate 4 inches to the width of the cart. The below measurements are with the leaves down. Extended the cart top is 39.5 in by 27 in.
More About This Item:
Add a touch of gracious vintage charm to your entertaining routine with this delightful wooden bar and tea cart featuring a clear glass serving tray. Its design harks back to the mid-20th century, when hospitality was an art and wheeled service carts were a staple of any well-dressed home. The cart's classic silhouette includes drop-leaf extensions on each side"”perfect for adapting to small spaces or expanding for larger gatherings"”and a framed glass tray top that offers a view of your beautifully arranged cocktails or teacups below.
This mobile bar cart rests on two large wooden spoked wheels with small back casters, making it easy to maneuver around a dining room, sunroom, or parlor.
Whether you're rolling out a Sunday brunch mimosa station, showcasing your favorite decanters, or presenting petit fours at a garden party, this cart combines vintage elegance with everyday practicality.
With its spindle legs, classic frame, and dual-purpose appeal, this piece fits seamlessly into cottagecore, colonial revival, and farmhouse aesthetics. The visible wood grain and glass top lend it a light, approachable feel, while its form maintains the elegance of traditional design. These versatile carts are increasingly popular in both vintage-inspired and transitional interiors for their charm and function.
Historical Note
Tea carts like this one became household icons in the early 20th century, originally used for tea service in upper-class households. By the 1940s and 1950s, their use expanded into casual entertaining, often as rolling bar carts or dessert trolleys. Today, they're beloved not only for their nostalgia but also for their adaptability, a functional antique with timeless appeal.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Item is in overall good condition with some wear consistent primarily consistent with age. Finish on top surface has sun fading. Some wear to edges and a few spots of darker color throughout surface. Also includes crackling and finish is rougher in spots.
Materials & Techniques:
Glass, Wood
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
"• Vintage wood tea cart with detachable glass serving tray
"• Drop-leaf sides for adjustable surface area
"• Smooth-rolling large spoke wheels and rear casters
"• Charming cottage, colonial, or traditional style
"• Ideal for use as a bar cart, tea service, or dessert station
"• Two large wheels at the back and two small wheels in front
Measurements:
When extended, the handle adds an additional approximate 4 inches to the width of the cart. The below measurements are with the leaves down. Extended the cart top is 39.5 in by 27 in.
More About This Item:
Add a touch of gracious vintage charm to your entertaining routine with this delightful wooden bar and tea cart featuring a clear glass serving tray. Its design harks back to the mid-20th century, when hospitality was an art and wheeled service carts were a staple of any well-dressed home. The cart's classic silhouette includes drop-leaf extensions on each side"”perfect for adapting to small spaces or expanding for larger gatherings"”and a framed glass tray top that offers a view of your beautifully arranged cocktails or teacups below.
This mobile bar cart rests on two large wooden spoked wheels with small back casters, making it easy to maneuver around a dining room, sunroom, or parlor.
Whether you're rolling out a Sunday brunch mimosa station, showcasing your favorite decanters, or presenting petit fours at a garden party, this cart combines vintage elegance with everyday practicality.
With its spindle legs, classic frame, and dual-purpose appeal, this piece fits seamlessly into cottagecore, colonial revival, and farmhouse aesthetics. The visible wood grain and glass top lend it a light, approachable feel, while its form maintains the elegance of traditional design. These versatile carts are increasingly popular in both vintage-inspired and transitional interiors for their charm and function.
Historical Note
Tea carts like this one became household icons in the early 20th century, originally used for tea service in upper-class households. By the 1940s and 1950s, their use expanded into casual entertaining, often as rolling bar carts or dessert trolleys. Today, they're beloved not only for their nostalgia but also for their adaptability, a functional antique with timeless appeal.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Item is in overall good condition with some wear consistent primarily consistent with age. Finish on top surface has sun fading. Some wear to edges and a few spots of darker color throughout surface. Also includes crackling and finish is rougher in spots.
Materials & Techniques:
Glass, Wood
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Item is in overall good condition with some wear consistent primarily consistent with age. Finish on top surface has sun fading. Some wear to edges and a few spots of darker color throughout surface. Also includes crackling and finish is rougher in spots.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
29.5 x 18.5 x 28.5 in
Bar Tea Cart With Glass Tray
Estimate $310-$940
Starting Price
$65
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