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Early 20th Century Tubular Chrome and Ebony Glass Bar Cart, circa 1930.

Offered by: Garden Court Antiques

Description
This early 20th century bar cart is a fine example of Bauhaus design. The circular form and wheels represent the Bauhaus school’s emphasis on movement in contrast to the rectangular fundamentality of rationalism, which was a more traditional approach to design. The chrome-plated metal and ebony glass shelving are both light and functional, also typical of Bauhaus furniture. Note that it was only after 1928 that chrome plating [of chairs & furniture] became possible, which with its bluish white sheen gave this modernist furniture a cooler and harder effect. English circa 1930

“A prospectus by Hannes Meyer contained the words: ‘Young people — come to the Bauhaus.'”

height: 30.5 in. 77.5 cm., width: 27 in. 68.5 cm., depth: 17.5 in. 44.5 cm.

Bauhaus, Jeanine Feidler, ©2006, Köneman p 627 & *Hans Emil “Hannes” Meyer (18 November 1889 – 19 July 1954) was a Swiss architect and second director of the Bauhaus Dessau from 1928 to 1930.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	chrome, glass
Condition:	Good. very good condition; wear consistent with age and use.
Creation Date:	Circa 1930
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Bauhaus
Book References:	Bauhaus, Jeanine Feidler, ©2006, Köneman p 627
Dealer Reference #:	JG23090600
Incollect Reference #:	656012

Dimensions

W.	27 in;	H.	30.5 in;	D.	17.5 in;
W.	68.58 cm;	H.	77.47 cm;	D.	44.45 cm;

Message from Seller:

Garden Court Antiques, located in the San Francisco Design Center, specializes in elegant European antiques, furniture, and decorative objects defined by their rich patinas, unexpected charm, and distinct soul. Backed by decades of design and collecting expertise, the showroom serves clients locally and online, and can be reached at 415.355.1690 or via email at jim@gardencourtantiques.com.

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