Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Hardwood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Crystal
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Suede, Wood
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Wood
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Aluminum, Bronze
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bamboo, Wicker
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Formica, Hardwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Smoked Glass, Wood
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Chrome
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Plastic, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ceramic, Rosewood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Metal
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bentwood, Ceramic, Rattan
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Aluminum
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Iron
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Naugahyde, Rosewood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Faux Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Birch, Rubber
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Iron
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Maple
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
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Lucite
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Formica
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Laminate, Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Stone, Brass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Goatskin, 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
Birch
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Travertine, Chrome
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wrought Iron
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern 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.