Italian Brass & Engraved Glass Two-Tier Drinks Trolley with Angled Top, circa 1950

An elegant example of Italian Mid-Century Modern craftsmanship, this two-tier drinks trolley combines the warmth of polished brass with the decorative refinement of engraved glass to create a piece that is at once functional and distinctly sculptural. Produced in Italy around 1950, it reflects the period’s enthusiasm for materials of intrinsic beauty and the skill of artisans who understood how to make everyday objects into objects of desire.

The structure is built from seamlessly joined brass tubing, lending the trolley a precision that belies the warmth of the metal. The upper tier is set at a gentle angle — a design detail that speaks to the ingenuity of the maker and provides easy access to bottles and glasses during service. Lateral supports form a refined X-pattern, a motif that adds visual rhythm while bracing the frame with quiet authority.

Both shelves are glazed with engraved glass panels whose surface decoration catches the light with a subtle iridescence. A circular bottle ring on the upper tier holds decanters securely in place, and the whole piece moves effortlessly on its original castors. Measuring 77 × 42.5 × 77.5 cm, it is well-proportioned for salon use, equally at home in a mid-century interior or as a statement accent in a more contemporary setting.

Drinks trolleys of this quality — combining Italian manufacture with fine engraved glass and fully polished brass — are increasingly sought after by collectors of European post-war decorative arts. This example retains all its original elements in good condition, making it a rare and ready-to-use acquisition.