Card Tables and Tea Tables
1810s Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Travertine
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fabric, Resin
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Elm, Oak, Burl
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 19th Century British Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 19th Century European Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Wood
2010s French Minimalist Card Tables and Tea Tables
Beech
1770s English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Card Tables and Tea Tables
Aluminum
1870s French Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Card Tables and Tea Tables
Aluminum
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
19th Century English William IV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
19th Century Dutch Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Beech, Bentwood
20th Century British Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century English Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Hardwood
1720s French Régence Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Late 18th Century European Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1850s French Napoleon III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Brass
1710s English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Quartz, Stone, Steel, Metal, Stainless Steel
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Paint
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Crystal, Brass
1780s American Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Early 19th Century English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
20th Century English Victorian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Yew
18th Century British Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Travertine, Brass
1810s English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
20th Century English Japonisme Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bone, Hardwood
2010s Unknown French Provincial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
2010s American Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
1980s French High Victorian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
20th Century Unknown Georgian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Early 1800s English George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass, Bronze
1840s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Felt, Glass, Walnut
1820s English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Felt, Rosewood
1810s American Federal Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Slate
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Late 19th Century Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
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.