Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Mahogany
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
1890s Italian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Quartz, Steel
20th Century English Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Yew
Early 1900s Italian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
20th Century French Card Tables and Tea Tables
Serpentine, Ormolu, Brass
19th Century William IV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century American George III Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
1830s French George IV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Cherry, Walnut
Early 1900s Japanese Art Nouveau Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bentwood, Ceramic, Rattan
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Faux Bamboo, Rattan
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
Mid-18th Century Dutch Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Aluminum, Bronze
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
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
1970s American Louis XV Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Walnut
Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Aluminum
Late 20th Century American Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Aluminum
19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Steel
1960s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Goatskin, Fabric, Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
18th Century George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1990s Queen Anne Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Hardwood
1940s American American Colonial Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
18th Century Irish Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Maple
1810s Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1860s Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Maple, Walnut
1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Stone
1850s British Early Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
18th Century Irish Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Moorish Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mother-of-Pearl, Softwood
Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Birdseye Maple, Fruitwood, Mahogany
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
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.