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Art Deco Walnut Two Tier Trolley
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Art Deco Walnut Two Tier Trolley

1920 - 1940
Description

A stylish Art Deco two tier trolley or “dinner wagon” in the manner of Gerald Summers and dating from circa 1940. In walnut veneer with an interesting asymmetrical design it features a single drawer which locks and comes with a key. The drawer opens to reveal a felt lined interior with dividers (originally for cutlery). The top and bottom tiers come with plate glass protectors and it stands on working casters. In the modernists style of the Art Deco period, clearly displaying the influence of designer Gerald Summers.

Construction/Wood:

walnut veneers

Condition Report:

In vintage condition, with light scratching and small chips along some edges. Small split to joint on top edge and along one side – solid and sturdy.

Dimensions:

Height: 75cm

Width: 69cm

Depth: 42cm

Date of Manufacture

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Art Deco Walnut Trolley to the 1940s.

Independent Date Check ID 09640961
Dealer's Item Date1940s
Sellingantiques Date1940s
Sellingantiques agingItem 75-95 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1940s:
Moulded castor wheels stamped Made in England: mid-20th-century British commercial production.
Comb joint visible on the top rail: machine joinery standard by the 1930s.
Asymmetric cantilevered frame: functionalist styling popular in the late Art Deco period.
Cutlery drawer fitted with green baize: purpose-built dining room tableware storage.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1234423
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Description
A stylish Art Deco two tier trolley or “dinner wagon” in the manner of Gerald Summers and dating from circa 1940.
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In walnut veneer with an interesting asymmetrical design it features a single drawer which locks and comes with a key.
Antique Furniture Direct

The drawer opens to reveal a felt lined interior with dividers (originally for cutlery). The top and bottom tiers come with plate glass protectors and it stands on working casters. In the modernists style of the Art Deco period, clearly displaying the influence of designer Gerald Summers.

fig 1. An Art Deco warm brown walnut two-tier trolley featuring inset glass tops, a drawer with a brass keyhole, and concealed castors.
fig 1. Art Deco Walnut Two Tier Trolley

Construction/Wood:

walnut veneers

Condition Report:

In vintage condition, with light scratching and small chips along some edges. Small split to joint on top edge and along one side – solid and sturdy.

Dimensions:

Height: 75cm

Width: 69cm

Depth: 42cm

Date of Manufacture

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Art Deco Walnut Trolley to the 1940s.

Independent Date Report ID 09640961
Dealer's Item Date1940s
Sellingantiques dating1940s
Sellingantiques agingItem 75-95 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1940s:
Moulded castor wheels stamped Made in England: mid-20th-century British commercial production.
Comb joint visible on the top rail: machine joinery standard by the 1930s.
Asymmetric cantilevered frame: functionalist styling popular in the late Art Deco period.
Cutlery drawer fitted with green baize: purpose-built dining room tableware storage.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234423
Antique Furniture Direct
Antique Furniture Direct
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2013
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Archive I An Art Deco warm brown walnut two-tier trolley featuring inset glass tops, a drawer with a brass keyhole, and concealed castors.

Art Deco Walnut Two Tier Trolley

Archive II An Art Deco warm brown walnut two-tier trolley featuring inset glass tops, a drawer with a brass keyhole, and concealed castors. View II
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Archive VI An Art Deco warm brown walnut two-tier trolley featuring inset glass tops, a drawer with a brass keyhole, and concealed castors. View VI
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An Art Deco warm brown walnut two-tier trolley featuring inset glass tops, a drawer with a brass keyhole, and concealed castors.
Art Deco Walnut Two Tier Trolley
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  • ObjectDrinks Trolleys
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialWalnut, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGeometric frame, Glass inset tops, Keyhole detail, Concealed castors
  • SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 69 cm (27 in) x D 42 cm (17 in)

This Art Deco drinks trolley from 1940 adopts a warm brown walnut veneer with an asymmetrical geometric frame, inset glass tops, a drawer with a brass keyhole, and concealed castors. The piece displays light scratching, small chips along the edges, and a small split to the joint on the top edge and along one side, while standing on dark rounded feet beneath its sturdy timber construction. Measuring 75 cm high, 69 cm wide, and 42 cm deep, it provides compact utility. Positioned in a contemporary home, this trolley serves well at the end of a sofa or as a serving surface in a living room or dining area. The two tiers hold drinks, books, or decorative objects, while the lower shelf offers additional storage space beneath the main surface. The wheeled base allows for easy movement across floors as needed in daily use.

FAQs

Art Deco trolleys, popularized during the 1920s and 1930s, emphasize clean geometric lines, streamlined forms, and symmetry. They often incorporate rich wood veneers, polished glass inserts, integrated shelving, and subtle metal accents for mobility.

Trolleys from this era were primarily constructed using walnut, mahogany, or oak veneers over solid wood frames. Shelving surfaces frequently featured fitted glass panels to protect the timber, alongside brass or steel wheel castors.

Authentic pieces typically feature original period joinery, natural figure in the wood veneer, aged brass keyholes or hardware, and period-correct castors beneath the base. Look for hand-finished edges and genuine signs of age on metal fittings.

A two-tier trolley functions effectively as an occasional side table beside a sofa or as a dedicated home bar cart in a dining space. Style the upper glass surface with glassware or decanters while utilizing the lower tier for books or accessories.

Clean the timber surfaces using a soft cloth and apply high-quality beeswax sparingly along the grain to maintain the wood finish. Glass inserts should be removed prior to cleaning with non-abrasive glass cleaner to prevent liquid from seeping into the surrounding veneer.
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