Card Tables and Tea Tables
1890s Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Late 19th Century European Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Baize, Wood
20th Century British Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
1830s English William IV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
18th Century English Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1890s French Napoleon III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Upholstery
Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
2010s Canadian Art Deco Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Metal, Silver Leaf
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
Mid-18th Century British George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Gothic Revival Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
19th Century Dutch Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
19th Century English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
1970s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Mahogany
1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bamboo
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1860s Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
1820s English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Yew
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
Early 1900s English Sheraton Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Sandstone
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
1980s French High Victorian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Late 19th Century English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wrought Iron
Early 1800s French Directoire Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1820s Dutch Neoclassical Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Aluminum
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal
20th Century English Victorian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Yew
18th Century Danish Baroque Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Aluminum
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1950s Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Iron
1880s Austrian Empire Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1950s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1840s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Felt, Glass, Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Early 1900s English Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century Austrian 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.