Art Deco Macassar Ebony, Parchment & Mirror Dry Bar Attributed to Andre Arbus

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Art Deco Macassar Ebony, Parchment & Mirror Dry Bar Attributed to André Arbus, Paris, Pre-WWII

This exceptional pre-WWII Art Deco … Read more Art Deco Macassar Ebony, Parchment & Mirror Dry Bar Attributed to André Arbus, Paris, Pre-WWII

This exceptional pre-WWII Art Deco dry bar, attributed to renowned French designer André Arbus (1903–1969), exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship of the period. Known for his role as a furniture designer, sculptor, and architect, Arbus was a member of the Académie des Beaux-Arts and a key figure in the Art Deco movement. This metamorphic dry bar showcases the luxurious use of book-matched Macassar ebony and lacquered parchment, materials highly sought after for their rich aesthetic appeal.

When fully closed, the bar measures 44.5 inches high, 44.5 inches wide, and 28 inches deep. It rests on a conforming plinth base measuring 41 inches wide and 27 inches deep, cleverly concealing wheels that allow for smooth movement in all directions except side-to-side, ensuring stability and easy placement.

The bar's versatile design includes a pair of 14-inch mirrored flip tops that, when opened, reveal a spacious 23-inch wide by 27-inch deep frosted glass serving area. The center section can be illuminated with new LED lights, creating an inviting ambiance. When fully extended, the bar surface expands to an impressive 57 inches wide, offering ample space for entertaining.

The rear of the bar features twin brass-hinged Macassar Ebony doors, each measuring 21.5 inches wide by 4.5 inches deep. The interiors of these fold-out doors are fitted with brass rails designed to securely hold barware. Behind the doors lies the functional center, meticulously crafted for both style and utility.

This dry bar is a masterwork of Art Deco design, with its harmonious combination of rare materials, innovative features, and timeless elegance. Its attribution to André Arbus adds further significance, making it a highly desirable piece for collectors and connoisseurs of fine design.

Fresh from a Palm Beach Estate, it retains a beautiful, well-cared-for, conserved finish. Over the years, it has been well kept. Ready to place and use.

OVERALL MEASUREMNTS

BAR CLOSED
44.5-/42 inches high x 44.5-inch wide x 28/23.5 inches deep

Bar FULLY OPENED
43 inches high x 57 inches wide x 45 inches deep
Raised on plinth base 41 inches wide x 27 inches deep
Each mirrored top bar fold-out panel measures 14 inches wide.
The rear doors measure 21.5 inches wide x 4.5 inches deep.

SIDE DOORS
Top shelf measures 19 19-inches wide x 4 inches high.
2nd/33d shelves measure 19 inches wide x 5.5 inches high.
Bottom Side Shelf measures 19 inches wide x 7.5 inches high.

MIDDLE BAR
1st shelf under the glazed bar measures 28 inches wide x 3 inches high.
2nd shelf under the glazed bar measures 19 inches wide x 7.5 inches high.
Bottom middle shelf measures 20 inches wide x 14 inches high. See less