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Early Oak Folding Grocery / Shopping Cart
$850.00Charming oak collapsible shopping cart on caster wheels (ca. late 1930s/early 1940s, USA).
This early version, inspired by a folding chair, was developed by Sylvan Goldman in 1936 as a solution to the cumbersome shopping basket. It not only took up little room when collapsed and stacked, but also accommodated two baskets in two holders on the frame – one above and one below, allowing shoppers to buy more without struggling with carrying a heavy basket.
In a modern context, the uses are unlimited – this cart can be used for holding artist’s supplies/palettes, as a bar/tea/snack table, or a bathroom caddy with the addition of small trays.
Very good, vintage condition with wear/paint losses consistent with age and use. Remains a visually appealing work of folk art that is structurally sound and usable.
Measures: H: 36.13″ x L: 24″ x D: 16.38″
Collapsed: H: 43.13″ x L: 18.5″ x D: 9.5″
The top surface vacant space for a tray measures: L: 16.63″ x D: 12.63″
The bottom surface vacant space for a tray measures: L: 17.88″ x D: 10.5″
The height between tiers is 17″.
Italian Modernist Iron Bar Cart / Trolley with Plywood and Wicker Inserts
$2,800.00Unique drinks cart / trolley composed of a wrought iron frame with mixed metal inset panels accessorized with plywood trays and wicker baskets, all supported by caster wheels (ca. 1950s, Italy).
Inserts can be configured in different ways, as shown, and serving accessories are thoughtfully included to allow for a simple transition from trolley to tabletop when entertaining.
Very good, vintage condition with heavy patina to the steel push bar, wear / crazing to the mixed metal decorative inserts, and some wicker loss to one of the baskets.
H: 27.5″ x D: 16.63″ / 19.38″ (including basket) x L: 33.25″
Mid-Century Modern Painted Metal Garden Tea/Bar Cart Trolley
$350.00Russell Woodard-style two-tier painted white metal bar/tea cart (ca. 1950s, USA).
Composed of two mesh/perforated tiers and tubular metal handles, all supported by four caster wheels for mobility – the front are decorative with laurel embellishments and the back and classic rubber wheels (all parts and paint are original).
Appropriate for indoor or outdoor use and collapsable for easy storage.
Good, vintage condition with minor paint losses, as shown.
H: 32.75″ x L: 32″ x D: 21″
Each tier: L: 24″ x D: 15.25″
Height between tiers: 12.75″
Handle length: 18″