Card Tables and Tea Tables
1970s Swiss Hollywood Regency Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Aluminum
Late 20th Century American Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Satinwood, Giltwood
1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
1970s American American Colonial Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1970s American Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Faux Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century American Empire Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century French Chinese Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century American Empire Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Giltwood
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century American Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1970s American Jacobean Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century American Georgian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wrought Iron
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century American Country Card Tables and Tea Tables
Cherry
1970s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century Philippine Card Tables and Tea Tables
Reed, Wood
1970s American Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak, Walnut
Late 20th Century American George III Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1970s Belgian Brutalist Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Travertine
1970s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Gold Leaf, Iron
Late 20th Century American Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Card Tables and Tea Tables
Maple
Late 20th Century Unknown French Provincial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass
1970s Danish Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Empire Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1980s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Stone, Chrome
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1980s American Federal Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Faux Bamboo, Rattan, Hardwood
Late 20th Century American Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Cherry
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Chrome
Late 20th Century Bohemian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bamboo, Rattan
Late 20th Century Italian French Provincial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Burl, Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Lacquer
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Plastic
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Maple, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Steel, Chrome
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century American Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Steel
Late 20th Century English Georgian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Leather
Late 20th Century French Louis XVI Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Stainless Steel
1940s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Wood
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Crystal, Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass, Chrome
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.