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Drinks trolleys and bar carts – a modern-vintage classic

11/29/2016 No Comments
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brass circular drinks trolley bar cart marble brass glass cocktail cabinets

I have always wanted a drinks trolley in the lounge. Since reading Gatsby at school, the Art Deco fixation has gathered momentum and will only be quelled with a beautiful brass piece on wheels. Now that we have a lounge … Read More >>

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