Card Tables and Tea Tables
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Formica
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Early 20th Century English George II Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Early 20th Century Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Travertine, Chrome
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century American American Classical Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
1980s American Chippendale Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1930s Scottish Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
Late 20th Century American Empire Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Laminate, Walnut
Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut, Lacquer
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century English Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood, Leather
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century English George II Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Macassar, Mahogany, Maple, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Chinese Card Tables and Tea Tables
Elm
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Travertine, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Card Tables and Tea Tables
Birch
1930s Scottish Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Pine
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rope, Glass
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak, Leather
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Chrome
1960s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Gold Leaf
1980s Bohemian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1980s Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Aluminum
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Travertine, Chrome
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut, Burl, Paint
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Maple
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass
20th Century Edwardian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1980s American Georgian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Nutwood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Late 20th Century American Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Chrome
1960s American Neoclassical Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bronze
Early 20th Century Louis XVI Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
Late 20th Century American Georgian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Burl
Early 20th Century European Egyptian Revival Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
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.