Card Tables and Tea Tables
1950s Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1870s English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut, Burl
Early 19th Century Scottish Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
20th Century English Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood, Leather
1880s English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
1790s French Louis XVI Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
1820s French Napoleon III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century American William and Mary Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Early 1900s Syrian Moorish Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bone, Hardwood
18th Century Swedish Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1760s Scottish Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
2010s American French Provincial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Burl
1820s Russian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
18th Century Irish George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Plywood
1970s American Jacobean Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1960s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Gold Leaf
2010s Italian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Early 19th Century British Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
18th Century English Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
18th Century Irish George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Tulipwood, Boxwood, Ebony, Satinwood
1760s English Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Organic Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Birch, Mahogany, Maple, Oak, Walnut
Early 20th Century North American Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Early 20th Century Swedish Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Chrome
1820s Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Georgian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Copper
Late 20th Century American Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
18th Century English Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s Italian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1710s English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fabric, Resin
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Formica, Hardwood
20th Century Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wicker
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
20th Century English Country Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Walnut
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Crystal, Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 20th Century French Chinese Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Paint
Early 19th Century English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Paint, Paper
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1810s German Biedermeier Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
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.