An original‑condition tea‑wagon/drinks trolley from the 1930‑40s, embodying the sleek aesthetics of the Streamline Moderne movement. The cart’s chassis is formed from smoothly curved nickel‑chromed steel tubing and brass hardware. Its wheels are fitted with Bakelite teardrop‑shaped spats that reinforces the era’s fascination with aerodynamics and new materials. Two rectilinear‑octagonal glass shelves sit atop the frame; each shelf beveled top and bottom, and acid‑etched with a geometric motif to add a subtle Art Deco flourish. To preserve functional authenticity, 'new' old‑stock white Thyrco suction cups have been discreetly affixed ensuring safe placement of glasses and accessories while maintaining the trolley’s historic integrity. This piece captures a unique moment of pre‑war modernity, where cutting‑edge materials and streamlined design converged in everyday entertainment furnishings.
