Card Tables and Tea Tables
Late 18th Century English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ormolu
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Kingwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Brass
1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Chrome
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Slate
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Mid-19th Century North American Rococo Revival Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Resin
1920s Revival Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wicker
Late 19th Century Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Copper
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Mahogany
2010s Czech Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Clay
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Stone
2010s Egyptian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Early 2000s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Oak
Late 19th Century Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bronze
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Card Tables and Tea Tables
Elm
18th Century English Hepplewhite Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century English Victorian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood
1890s French Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Kingwood
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century English Sheraton Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Satinwood
20th Century American Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rattan
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bronze
18th Century Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
19th Century French Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ormolu
18th Century English George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Stainless Steel
1860s Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Card Tables and Tea Tables
Chrome
1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Chrome
18th Century English Sheraton Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Satinwood
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s Egyptian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mother-of-Pearl, Oak
19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood, Satinwood, Walnut
Late 19th Century English Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Felt, Hardwood
1920s Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bronze
1860s Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Upholstery
19th Century English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
2010s Egyptian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Stainless Steel
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
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.