Card Tables and Tea Tables
Early 18th Century English George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1860s Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Rosewood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Travertine, Chrome
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Empire Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1810s English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Early 20th Century Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1830s English William IV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1930s Scottish Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Pine
Late 18th Century Chinese Ming Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
2010s Czech Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Clay
1810s English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Macassar, Rosewood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1930s Scottish Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Other
1980s American Chippendale Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass
1880s Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
1880s English Chinoiserie Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bamboo
Mid-19th Century French Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fruitwood
Mid-18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Cherry
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Wood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Laminate, Walnut
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
Mid-20th Century European Neoclassical Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass
Late 18th Century Irish Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Travertine, Brass
Early 20th Century English George II Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
19th Century English Queen Anne Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
20th Century English Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood, Leather
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wrought Iron
2010s American Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Laminate, Walnut
2010s Indian Louis XV Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ash, Ebony, Maple, Walnut
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1980s Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Mid-20th Century Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
18th Century George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rope, Glass
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Other
19th Century French Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak, Lacquer
2010s French Card Tables and Tea Tables
Acrylic
1980s Bohemian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Late 18th Century Queen Anne Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Early 19th Century American Classical Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
19th Century English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Antique and Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Today, the phrase “card tables” might evoke the image of common plastic tables covered in felt, but historically these tables were statement pieces that invited merriment and were made of mahogany, walnut or other fine woods. Today, antique and vintage card tables and tea tables can enliven a space and encourage spirited competition in your home.
Card tables originated in England in the late 17th century, and during this time, as well as the 18th century, game tables in general became quite popular. We refer to early versions of card tables as antique Regency card tables because the Prince of Wales ruled England during the period and his official title was Regent. Back then, these furnishings were typically small, rectangular tables outfitted with hinged tops so that they could be opened to reveal a playing surface. Ornamental flourishes of the era might have included an integration of fine velvet or needlepoint as lining for the table’s surface. For furniture makers, wide adoption of a dense woven green material called baize for table covering — similar to felt but stronger — occurred during the early 1700s.
Tea became widely affordable during the early 1800s in England, and tea time exploded in popularity and involved large tea sets — especially during the Victorian era — as well as small, well-crafted tea tables. Your beverage was paired with petite baked goods, and the tea table would be home to teacups, saucers, a milk pot and other items. While tea tables are similar in design to card tables, the focus is more on presentation. Georgian card tables and tea tables — furniture made during the reign of England’s three Georges — were especially ornate. Some featured intricately carved design elements on each side and stood on elegantly curved legs. After all, tea time became a sacred ritual that society women dressed up for. It was a time to pause, reflect and sip a comforting beverage.
When no guests were visiting to enjoy tea or play games, owners could fold down both card tables and tea tables to their smaller size and tuck them away into a corner of the room.
Antique and vintage card tables and tea tables can make a lovely addition to any living room, entertainment room or game room. Find yours on 1stDibs.