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Antique Queen Anne Philadelphia Mahogany Tilt Top Birdcage Candlestand Tea Table
Antique Queen Anne Philadelphia Mahogany Tilt Top Birdcage Candlestand Tea Table

Antique Queen Anne Philadelphia Mahogany Tilt Top Birdcage Candlestand Tea Table

Located in Dayton, OH

An American Queen Anne Tilt-Top Candle stand, tea or dessert table. Circa 1770. The table shows strong influences from Philadelphia. Features a finely turned dish top, birdcage, an...

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Antique 18th Century American Queen Anne Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Mahogany

18th Century Philadelphia Mahogany Chippendale Tea Table
18th Century Philadelphia Mahogany Chippendale Tea Table

18th Century Philadelphia Mahogany Chippendale Tea Table

Located in West Chester, PA

18th century Philadelphia mahogany Chippendale tea table with beautiful figured grain on top bold suppressed ball pedestal cabriole legs terminating in claw and ball feet.

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Antique 18th Century American Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Carved Mahogany Card Table with Oversized Lyre, Philadelphia
Carved Mahogany Card Table with Oversized Lyre, Philadelphia

Carved Mahogany Card Table with Oversized Lyre, Philadelphia

Located in Providence, RI

This is a truly exceptional card table in many ways. The lyre is quite a bit larger than ordinarily seen and is developed, with respect to carving, a tad more than other examples: se...

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Antique 1810s American American Classical Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Mahogany

Classical Mahogany Card or Games Table with Crossed Lyres, Philadelphia, PA
Classical Mahogany Card or Games Table with Crossed Lyres, Philadelphia, PA

Classical Mahogany Card or Games Table with Crossed Lyres, Philadelphia, PA

Located in Providence, RI

This card table is an exceptional example of American Classical design, with highly skilled carving and reminiscent of work being done in New York during the late Phyfe period and th...

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Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Card Tables and T...

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Mahogany

Philadelphia circular flip top game/tea table

Philadelphia circular flip top game/tea table

Located in Kenilworth, IL

Philadelphia circular flip top Cubus mahogany game/tea table on sqaure tappered molded legs, with swing leg supporting the hinged leaf. circa l790. 36” diameter, 29” high

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Card Tables and Tea Tables

Pair of American Mahogany Card Tables. Philadelphia, Circa 1810
Pair of American Mahogany Card Tables. Philadelphia, Circa 1810

Pair of American Mahogany Card Tables. Philadelphia, Circa 1810

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of American mahogany flip top card tables with baize interior top, turned bulbous floral pedestal, and terminating on reeded saber legs with original brass casters.

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Antique 19th Century American Card Tables and Tea Tables

American Chippendale Mahogany Card Table, Philadelphia c. 1775-85
American Chippendale Mahogany Card Table, Philadelphia c. 1775-85

American Chippendale Mahogany Card Table, Philadelphia c. 1775-85

Located in Shippensburg, PA

This is an exceptional work of art, an American Chippendale Mahogany Card Table from Pennsylvania circa the last quarter of the 18th Century, likely crafted between 1775-85. It is re...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Chippendale Card Tables and Te...

Pair of American Federal Mahogany Card Tables, Philadelphia, circa 1790-1815
Pair of American Federal Mahogany Card Tables, Philadelphia, circa 1790-1815

Pair of American Federal Mahogany Card Tables, Philadelphia, circa 1790-1815

Located in Shippensburg, PA

Barquist, p. 214-15, f. 111; a card table from Philadelphia of the same date with very similar form, though less robust with a double-elliptic top instead of the ovolu ends of the pr...

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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Mahogany, Oak, Pine

18th Century American Chippendale Mahogany Antique Card and Game Table
18th Century American Chippendale Mahogany Antique Card and Game Table

18th Century American Chippendale Mahogany Antique Card and Game Table

Located in Shippensburg, PA

An elegant display of the distinct influence English forms had on the craftsmen of Philadelphia, this fine mahogany card table was executed contemporarily to the same forms in London...

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Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Brass

Fine American Federal Mahogany Card Table, Philadelphia, circa 1790-1815
Fine American Federal Mahogany Card Table, Philadelphia, circa 1790-1815

Fine American Federal Mahogany Card Table, Philadelphia, circa 1790-1815

Located in Shippensburg, PA

Barquist, p. 214-15, f. 111; a card table from Philadelphia of the same date with very similar form, though less robust with a double-elliptic top instead of the ovolu ends of the pr...

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Antique 1790s American Federal Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Brass

Mahogany Philadelphia Chippendale Card Table

Mahogany Philadelphia Chippendale Card Table

Located in West Chester, PA

A very nice mahogany Chippendale card table with rectangular top and nicely molded edge, single drawer with bale and rosette brass pulls with cabriole legs terminating in claw and ba...

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Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Game Tables

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Wood

A Mahogany Chippendale Card Table, Philadelphia
A Mahogany Chippendale Card Table, Philadelphia

A Mahogany Chippendale Card Table, Philadelphia

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H 29 in W 35.5 in D 1,835.75 in

A Mahogany Chippendale Card Table, Philadelphia

Located in Providence, RI

This is a typical Philadelphia card table type which was made with several variations.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Mahogany

Carved Mahogany Lyre Card Table, circa 1810, Haines/Connelly School
Carved Mahogany Lyre Card Table, circa 1810, Haines/Connelly School

Carved Mahogany Lyre Card Table, circa 1810, Haines/Connelly School

By Haines/Connelly School

Located in Providence, RI

This is a beautiful example of the Philadelphia card table, with fully carved lyre and carved acanthus leaves.

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Antique 19th Century American American Classical Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Mahogany

American Philadelphia Federal Card Table
American Philadelphia Federal Card Table

American Philadelphia Federal Card Table

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H 29.5 in W 36 in D 18 in

American Philadelphia Federal Card Table

Located in Norwalk, CT

Philadelphia mahogany Federal serpentine front card table with tapered turned legs

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Antique 19th Century American Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Mahogany

Pair Of Philadelphia Classical Card Tables
Pair Of Philadelphia Classical Card Tables

Pair Of Philadelphia Classical Card Tables

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H 29 in W 36 in D 17.75 in

Pair Of Philadelphia Classical Card Tables

Located in Norwalk, CT

Rare pair of Philadelphia Lyre base Classical card tables with a Biddle family provenance

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Antique 19th Century American Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Mahogany

Philadelphia Painted Card Table, circa 1820
Philadelphia Painted Card Table, circa 1820

Philadelphia Painted Card Table, circa 1820

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Outstanding black and gold painted card table from Philadelphia with turned legs. Swivel and hinged top, and removable legs.

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Antique 19th Century American Federal Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Wood, Paint

Classical Mahogany Crossed-Lyre Card Table, Philadelphia
Classical Mahogany Crossed-Lyre Card Table, Philadelphia

Classical Mahogany Crossed-Lyre Card Table, Philadelphia

Located in Providence, RI

This mahogany crossed lyre form was used in Philadelphia and New York. This card table relates closely to two examples with crossed-lyres that employ an identical, boldly curved base...

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Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Card Tables and Tea Tables

Pair of Large Mahogany Classical Card Tables, Philadelphia
Pair of Large Mahogany Classical Card Tables, Philadelphia

Pair of Large Mahogany Classical Card Tables, Philadelphia

Located in Providence, RI

These card tables are of large scale and were deaccessioned from the University of Pennsylvania, where they were used in the Van Pelt Library. They are quite heavy and substantial wi...

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Antique 19th Century American Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Mahogany

Philadelphia Sheraton Haynes & Connelly Lyre Base Card Table
Philadelphia Sheraton Haynes & Connelly Lyre Base Card Table

Philadelphia Sheraton Haynes & Connelly Lyre Base Card Table

By Ephraim Haines and Henry Connelly

Located in Woodbury, CT

A boldly figured golden mahogany fold-over games table, on a foliate carved and brass strung lyre-form base. Reeded legs with trimmed knees and original brass pawed casters. The fold...

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Antique Early 18th Century American Federal Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Brass

Pair of Classical Card Tables with Radiating Mahogany Top, Philadelphia
Pair of Classical Card Tables with Radiating Mahogany Top, Philadelphia

Pair of Classical Card Tables with Radiating Mahogany Top, Philadelphia

Located in Providence, RI

This pair of card tables has magnificent sectioned mahogany tops that are absolutely dramatic.

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Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Mahogany

Pair of Mahogany Card Tables Attributed to Quervelle, Philadelphia, circa 1820
Pair of Mahogany Card Tables Attributed to Quervelle, Philadelphia, circa 1820

Pair of Mahogany Card Tables Attributed to Quervelle, Philadelphia, circa 1820

Located in Providence, RI

This high style classical card table has a very narrow convex apron with carved corners and top leaves of dense one board mahogany of notable figure, the turned base with acanthus mo...

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Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Mahogany

Philadelphia Mahogany Federal Card Table, Circa 1815
Philadelphia Mahogany Federal Card Table, Circa 1815

Philadelphia Mahogany Federal Card Table, Circa 1815

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is an excellent example of Philadelphia commode front shaped card tables due to the incredible mahogany, the beautifully reeded and tapered legs, and the tall foot.

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Antique 19th Century American Game Tables

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Mahogany

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Located in Dayton, OH

An American Chippendale Bachelor's Chest or Dresser. Made from mahogany with a rectangular serpentine fronted case with four hand dovetailed drawers and solid brass batwing hardware...

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Located in Huntington, NY

This exceptional George III Mahogany Breakfront Bureau Bookcase with Glazed Doors, has wonderful flame & crotch grain Mahogany. Comprised of a large central cabinet, flanked by 2 sma...

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Antique 18th Century English George III Bookcases

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Brass

Charleston Mahogany Tilt Top Tea Table with Birdcage. Mid 18th Century
Charleston Mahogany Tilt Top Tea Table with Birdcage. Mid 18th Century

Charleston Mahogany Tilt Top Tea Table with Birdcage. Mid 18th Century

Located in Charleston, SC

Charleston mahogany one board tilt top tea table with birdcage, turned bulbous spiral pedestal, terminating on tripod base with stylized pad feet. Mid-18th Century.

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By Thomas Chippendale

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

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Antique 1760s English George III Dining Room Chairs

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Irish Plum Pudding Mahogany Tilt-Top Acanthus Tea Table with Birdcage Circa 1770
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Irish Plum Pudding Mahogany Tilt-Top Acanthus Tea Table with Birdcage Circa 1770

Located in Charleston, SC

Irish plum pudding mahogany tilt-top tea table with a carved floral molded edge, original brass locking mechanism, rotating birdcage, bulbous carved acanthus pedestal, and resting on...

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Antique 1770s Irish Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Brass, Wrought Iron

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By Thomas Chippendale

Located in New Orleans, LA

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Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Game Tables

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Brass

Antique English Mahogany Chippendale Breakfront Bookcase, Circa 1890.
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Antique English Mahogany Chippendale Breakfront Bookcase, Circa 1890.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English mahogany Chippendale breakfront bookcase, circa 1890.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Bookcases

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Mahogany, Glass

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Located in Germantown, MD

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Located in Charleston, SC

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Antique 1760s American Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Located in Germantown, MD

A Late 19 th Century English George III Style Mahogany Pie Crust Scalloped Pedestal Tripod Tea Table. Measures 26" in width, 26" in depth and 27.5" in height.

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Antique Late 19th Century English George III Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Mahogany

18th Century Mahogany Chippendale Tea Table
18th Century Mahogany Chippendale Tea Table

18th Century Mahogany Chippendale Tea Table

Located in West Chester, PA

Excellent Philadelphia mahogany Chippendale tea table with dish top suppressed ball pedestal acanthus carved legs and terminating in claw and ball feet.

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Antique 18th Century American Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Philadelphia Card Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal philadelphia card table for your home. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and oak, every philadelphia card table was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer philadelphia card table, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 19th Century. A philadelphia card table, designed in the Neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.

How Much is a Philadelphia Card Table?

A philadelphia card table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $11,000, while the lowest priced sells for $2,260 and the highest can go for as much as $42,000.

Finding the Right Card-tables-tea-tables for You

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 tablesfurniture 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.