Find a variety of card tables game tables available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of
wood,
mahogany and
metal, all card tables game tables available were constructed with great care. Find 1877 antique and vintage card tables game tables at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 108 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of card tables game tables available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century.
Georgian,
Mid-Century Modern and
Regency card tables game tables are consistently popular styles. Many card tables game tables are appealing in their simplicity, but
Baker Furniture Company,
Stephanie Odegard Collection and
Paul Mathieu produced popular card tables game tables that are worth a look.
Card tables game tables can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,401, while the lowest priced sells for $279 and the highest can go for as much as $775,000.
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.
