Card Tables and Tea Tables
1910s Adam Style Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
Early 19th Century George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Quartz, Steel
1930s African Islamic Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bone, Fruitwood
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Aluminum
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Aluminum
Early 1900s Italian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ormolu
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
1890s Italian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
20th Century French Card Tables and Tea Tables
Serpentine, Ormolu, Brass
Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
20th Century French Art Nouveau Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1860s English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
19th Century William IV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
Late 20th Century American Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 1900s Japanese Art Nouveau Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
1830s French George IV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Cherry, Walnut
Mid-18th Century Dutch Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Late 20th Century Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
1880s English Chinoiserie Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bamboo
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
Early 20th Century American Federal Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
Early 20th Century Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
20th Century English Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Yew
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
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-19th Century Moroccan Moorish Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Iron
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bentwood, Ceramic, Rattan
19th Century English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Birdseye Maple, Fruitwood, Mahogany
1960s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Goatskin, Fabric, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Faux Bamboo, Rattan
18th Century Irish Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1810s Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
18th Century George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American George III 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.