Card Tables and Tea Tables
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1950s Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut, Parchment Paper
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass, Bronze
2010s Indian Agra Card Tables and Tea Tables
Sandstone
19th Century Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Giltwood
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
1740s European George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
18th Century English George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Other
2010s Egyptian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mother-of-Pearl, Oak
1880s British Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
1860s French Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ormolu
2010s German Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
Early 20th Century Unknown Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood, Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ormolu
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
1820s English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ormolu
2010s Dutch Organic Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Composition
20th Century Chinese Country Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
1880s Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fruitwood
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
Late 20th Century American George III Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
1830s English William IV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
18th Century English George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Other
1810s English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Early 1900s Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Scottish Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
Late 20th Century Queen Anne Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Early 1800s Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Mahogany
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Moorish Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Lacquer
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
18th Century Irish George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
19th Century English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1940s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Mid-20th Century American George III Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century Swedish Karl Johan Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fir
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Hardwood
19th Century European Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bronze
Late 20th Century American Federal Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Card Tables and Tea Tables
Chrome
1780s English Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood
18th Century Irish George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bronze, Ormolu
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
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.





