Red Vintage Italian Bar Cart with Chrome Frame

• item. two-tier rolling bar cart
• period. late 1960s–1970s
• country. presumably Italy
• style. Pop Design, Mid-Century Modern
• materials. chrome-plated metal, plastic
• color. red, chrome
• features. two removable trays, four caster wheels
• dimensions (cm). 63 W × 35 D × 61 H
• condition. very good vintage condition. Oxidation on chrome components; stains, surface marks and slight deformations on the plastic trays
• reference. 2137

DESIGN CONTEXT

This vintage Italian bar cart captures the playful spirit of late 1960s and 1970s design. Its vivid red plastic trays and slender chrome frame create a lively contrast between color, transparency of structure and reflective metal.

The two removable oval trays are supported by an open metal framework, while the distinctive curved handles introduce a decorative element to an otherwise functional design. Four caster wheels allow the cart to move easily between spaces.

During this period, plastic became an increasingly expressive material in European interiors, bringing bold colors and informal shapes into everyday furniture. This trolley reflects that approach, combining practical storage with a confident Pop aesthetic.

Well preserved overall, the cart retains its original vintage character, with oxidation on the chrome and signs of age on the trays. It works equally well as a drinks trolley, mobile serving station or colorful accent in a living space.

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