Card Tables and Tea Tables
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Mahogany
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Elm
21st Century and Contemporary Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
1820s French Napoleon III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bamboo, Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
1790s Hepplewhite Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Baize, Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Early 1900s Italian Rustic Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Formica, Hardwood
20th Century English Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood, Leather
19th Century French Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fruitwood
18th Century English George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Other
18th Century English Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
20th Century English Victorian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Hardwood
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Wood
1760s American Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass, Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Oak
Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bentwood
Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Stainless Steel
1960s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fabric, Resin
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
Late 20th Century Arts and Crafts Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Crystal, Brass
1690s English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fabric, Resin
1970s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1820s Russian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wicker, Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Brass
Early 20th Century Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
19th Century Italian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
1860s Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Hardwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass
19th Century English Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ash
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
Early 19th Century English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Paint, Paper
2010s Italian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
18th Century Irish George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
18th Century Irish George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 19th Century Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Copper
1790s English Sheraton Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Early 19th Century American Classical Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
19th Century European Victorian 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.