French Art Deco Black Lacquer Bar Cart with Chrome Rails and Mirrored Top, 1930s

A French Art Deco bar cart in high-gloss black lacquer with chrome rails and mirrored glass top, crafted in France circa 1930. This original period piece embodies the streamlined sophistication of the Machine Age, combining functional design with sculptural clarity.

The low-slung silhouette rests on castors and features two semicircular shelf platforms framed by tubular chrome rails – a classic Art Deco gesture of form following function. The mirrored top adds both visual depth and reflective glamour. At its center, the piece contains a cupboard with doors that open on both sides, revealing an interior with oak shelving. A discreet chrome pull knob and a removable cast-metal mouse-shaped dish offer unexpected charm and decorative detail.

The craftsmanship, balance of materials and subtle whimsy make this an outstanding collector’s piece – at once utilitarian and delightfully distinctive.

Origin: France

Period: Circa 1930

Style: French Art Deco

Materials: Lacquered wood (black piano lacquer), chrome-plated steel, mirrored glass, oak interior

Condition: Excellent restored condition, professionally refinished with minimal signs of age

Dimensions:

Width: 85 cm (33.5 in)

Height: 56 cm (22 in)

Depth: 39 cm (15.35 in)