Card Tables and Tea Tables
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Wood
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Suede, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Glass
1930s French Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Early 20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
19th Century Scandinavian Rococo Revival Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Cane, Cherry
Mid-19th Century British Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Iron
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ormolu
1850s English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Other
19th Century British Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
Early 20th Century American George III Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
20th Century Asian Islamic Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Early 19th Century British Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
19th Century English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Late 19th Century Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1820s Russian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
19th Century American Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass, Metal
20th Century Italian Chinese Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
2010s Italian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ash, Rosewood
1880s English Chinoiserie Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bamboo
1890s Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Crystal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American George III Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass, Ormolu
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
19th Century French Empire Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Mid-19th Century Spanish Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
1770s English Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass, Wrought Iron
1970s American Louis XV Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ormolu
1880s Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Paper
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Maple
Late 20th Century American Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 19th Century Irish George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Baroque Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Late 19th Century British Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
19th Century English Sheraton Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1780s English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ormolu
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
19th Century Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1670s Italian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Cherry
1820s Unknown Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass, Iron
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.





