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Antique Art Deco Figured Walnut Serving Trolley C.1920 20th C
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Antique Art Deco Figured Walnut Serving Trolley C.1920 20th C

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Regent Antiques
Description

This is a striking antique Art Deco  three-tier figured walnut hostess trolley dating from the 1920s.

The trolley is of decorative circular form and is fitted with castors.

This is a very entertaining serving trolley which can also be used as a display unit.

Condition:

In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.

 

Dimensions in cm:

Height 82 cm x Width 75 cm x Depth 43 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 2 foot, 8 inches x Width 2 foot, 5 inches x Depth 1 foot, 5 inches

Walnut

The Walnut woods are probably the most recognisable and popular of all the exotic woods, having been used in furniture making for many centuries. Walnut veneer was highly priced and the cost would reflect the ‘fanciness’ of the veneer – the more decorative, then the more expensive and desirable.

Art Deco or Deco,

is an influential visual arts design style which first appeared in France during the 1920s, flourished internationally during the 30s and 40s.

It is an eclectic style that combines traditional craft motifs with Machine Ageimagery and materials. The style is often characterized by rich colours, bold geometric shapes, and lavish ornamentation.

Deco emerged from the Interwar period when rapid industrialization was transforming culture. One of its major attributes is an embrace of technology. This distinguishes Deco from the organic motifs favored by its predecessor Art Nouveau.

Historian Bevis Hillier defined Art Deco as "an assertively modern style...[that] ran to symmetry rather than asymmetry, and to the rectilinear rather than the curvilinear; it responded to the demands of the machine and of new material...[and] the requirements of mass production".

During its heyday Art Deco represented luxury, glamour, exuberance, and faith in social and technological progress.

Our reference: A4658

Physical Dimensions
Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

Regent Antiques has dated this Art Deco Walnut Drinks Trolley to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1167999
Dealers Internal Reference
A4658
Description
This is a striking antique Art Deco  three-tier figured walnut hostess trolley dating from the 1920s.

The trolley is of decorative circular form and is fitted with castors.

This is a very entertaining serving trolley which can also be used as a display unit.

fig 1. An Art Deco circular walnut serving trolley featuring three rectangular tiers framed by large steam-bent timber hoops on small castors.
fig 1. Antique Art Deco Figured Walnut Serving Trolley C.1920 20th C

Condition:

“
In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.
Regent Antiques

 

Dimensions in cm:

Height 82 cm x Width 75 cm x Depth 43 cm

Dimensions in inches:

fig 2. An Art Deco circular walnut serving trolley featuring three rectangular tiers framed by large steam-bent timber hoops on small castors.
fig 2. Antique Art Deco Figured Walnut Serving Trolley C.1920 20th C

Height 2 foot, 8 inches x Width 2 foot, 5 inches x Depth 1 foot, 5 inches

Walnut

The Walnut woods are probably the most recognisable and popular of all the exotic woods, having been used in furniture making for many centuries. Walnut veneer was highly priced and the cost would reflect the ‘fanciness’ of the veneer – the more decorative, then the more expensive and desirable.

fig 3. An Art Deco circular walnut serving trolley featuring three rectangular tiers framed by large steam-bent timber hoops on small castors.
fig 3. Antique Art Deco Figured Walnut Serving Trolley C.1920 20th C

Art Deco or Deco,

is an influential visual arts design style which first appeared in France during the 1920s, flourished internationally during the 30s and 40s.

It is an eclectic style that combines traditional craft motifs with Machine Ageimagery and materials. The style is often characterized by rich colours, bold geometric shapes, and lavish ornamentation.

fig 4. An Art Deco circular walnut serving trolley featuring three rectangular tiers framed by large steam-bent timber hoops on small castors.
fig 4. Antique Art Deco Figured Walnut Serving Trolley C.1920 20th C

Deco emerged from the Interwar period when rapid industrialization was transforming culture. One of its major attributes is an embrace of technology. This distinguishes Deco from the organic motifs favored by its predecessor Art Nouveau.

fig 5. An Art Deco circular walnut serving trolley featuring three rectangular tiers framed by large steam-bent timber hoops on small castors.
fig 5. Antique Art Deco Figured Walnut Serving Trolley C.1920 20th C

Historian Bevis Hillier defined Art Deco as "an assertively modern style...[that] ran to symmetry rather than asymmetry, and to the rectilinear rather than the curvilinear; it responded to the demands of the machine and of new material...[and] the requirements of mass production".

During its heyday Art Deco represented luxury, glamour, exuberance, and faith in social and technological progress.

Our reference: A4658

Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated this Art Deco Walnut Drinks Trolley to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1167999
Dealers Internal Ref
A4658
Regent Antiques
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We specialise in english and continental furniture, silver, porcelain and decorative items.

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Archive I An Art Deco circular walnut serving trolley featuring three rectangular tiers framed by large steam-bent timber hoops on small castors.

Antique Art Deco Figured Walnut Serving Trolley C.1920 20th C

Archive II An Art Deco circular walnut serving trolley featuring three rectangular tiers framed by large steam-bent timber hoops on small castors. View II
Archive III An Art Deco circular walnut serving trolley featuring three rectangular tiers framed by large steam-bent timber hoops on small castors. View III
Archive IV An Art Deco circular walnut serving trolley featuring three rectangular tiers framed by large steam-bent timber hoops on small castors. View IV
Archive V An Art Deco circular walnut serving trolley featuring three rectangular tiers framed by large steam-bent timber hoops on small castors. View V
Archive VI An Art Deco circular walnut serving trolley featuring three rectangular tiers framed by large steam-bent timber hoops on small castors. View VI
Archive VII An Art Deco circular walnut serving trolley featuring three rectangular tiers framed by large steam-bent timber hoops on small castors. View VII
Archive VIII An Art Deco circular walnut serving trolley featuring three rectangular tiers framed by large steam-bent timber hoops on small castors. View VIII
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An Art Deco circular walnut serving trolley featuring three rectangular tiers framed by large steam-bent timber hoops on small castors.
Antique Art Deco Figured Walnut Serving Trolley c.1920 20th C
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  • ObjectDrinks Trolleys
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCircular hoop frame, Three-tier trays, Steam-bent timber, Original castors
  • SizeH 82 cm (32 in) x W 75 cm (30 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

An antique Art Deco hostess trolley from the 1920s exhibits a distinctive circular form crafted from warm brown figured walnut. The design incorporates large steam-bent timber hoops that frame three rectangular tiers and an upper arched handle, supported by small brass castors. The polished and waxed surfaces display the natural grain of the exotic wood throughout its structure. Measuring 82 cm high, 75 cm wide, and 43 cm deep, the unit provides compact storage for domestic settings. Practical applications for this piece include serving drinks during social gatherings or displaying decorative objects in a living room, dining room, or hallway corner. The geometric symmetry and clean lines reflect the industrial aesthetic of the Interwar period, making it suitable for modern interiors that value period character and functional design.

FAQs

Art Deco furniture from this era is characterised by geometric silhouettes, streamlined circular forms, and the use of richly figured wood veneers such as walnut and mahogany.

Authentic Art Deco trolleys were typically constructed using steam-bent solid timbers or walnut veneers layered over hardwood frames, fitted with metal or brass castors for mobility.

Look for characteristic geometric features such as bentwood circular hoops, original metal castor wheels, raised tray edges, and period-appropriate grain patterns in figured walnut.

Position the trolley in a dining room, living area, or home office, styled with decanters, glassware, or botanical arrangements to highlight its geometric circular outline.

Maintain the timber finish by dusting regularly with a lint-free cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish periodically, while avoiding placement near direct heat sources or damp environments.
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