Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mid-20th Century North American Queen Anne Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown French Provincial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
20th Century English Country Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Walnut
20th Century French Louis XVI Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Elm
1950s German Art Deco Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Beech, Bentwood, Walnut
Early 19th Century British George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Boxwood, Mahogany
19th Century Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
1980s American Federal Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century American Country Card Tables and Tea Tables
Cherry
1880s English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fabric, Resin
19th Century Swedish Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Pine
2010s Egyptian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1880s Swedish Other Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
2010s American French Provincial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary American Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Brass
19th Century American American Empire Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Burl
20th Century Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wicker
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fabric, Resin
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Organic Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Burl
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Early 20th Century American Industrial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Iron, Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century American Empire Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Early 1800s French Directoire Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
18th Century Irish George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Georgian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Louis XVI Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Card Tables and Tea Tables
Maple
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Steel
18th Century Irish George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1850s English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Walnut
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Late 18th Century Irish Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Baize, Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass
2010s Egyptian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
18th Century English George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
1840s British Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
Early 19th Century British Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Mid-19th Century English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
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.