Card Tables and Tea Tables
20th Century English Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Yew
1970s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Early 1900s English Sheraton Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Maple
Late 20th Century Danish Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
Early 1900s Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Birch, Rubber
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Naugahyde, Rosewood
Early 20th Century English Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century English Victorian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Yew
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Stone
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Stone, Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Card Tables and Tea Tables
Cane, Oak, Teak
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Iron
Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bamboo, Padouk
Early 20th Century American Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Late 20th Century American Empire Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fruitwood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Iron, Wrought Iron
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Travertine
Early 20th Century American American Colonial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Bamboo
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Lucite
Early 20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1930s Italian Industrial Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Iron
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Formica
1950s Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Iron
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Laminate, Teak
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood, Mahogany
1970s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Chrome
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Goatskin, Wood
20th Century French Card Tables and Tea Tables
Lacquer, Pine
20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Beech
1930s English Neoclassical Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Goatskin, Wood, Lacquer
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wicker, Reed, Wood
1950s Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Late 20th Century American George III Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
Late 20th Century American Hepplewhite Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Other
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Birch
1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Chrome
Early 20th Century American Federal Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1960s American Neoclassical Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut, Burl
Mid-20th Century European Neoclassical Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Early 20th Century Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English George II Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Travertine, Chrome
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne 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.