Card Tables and Tea Tables
18th Century George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1980s American Chippendale Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
Late 18th Century Queen Anne Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut, Burl
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Travertine, Brass
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Early 20th Century American Federal Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s French Card Tables and Tea Tables
Acrylic
1980s Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Mid-20th Century Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American American Classical Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass, Other
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Card Tables and Tea Tables
Birch
19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1880s Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fruitwood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Laminate, Walnut
Early 20th Century Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Maple
2010s Indian Louis XV Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
Late 18th Century Irish Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Aluminum
Early 20th Century American George III Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rope, Glass
Late 18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut, Burl, Paint
Late 18th Century English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ebony, Kingwood, Mahogany, Holly
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Chrome
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Travertine, Chrome
Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Satinwood
19th Century English Queen Anne Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Chrome
1860s Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Rosewood
2010s Pakistani Post-Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Marble
Mid-20th Century English Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Nutwood
2010s Czech Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Clay
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
19th Century English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Satinwood
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak, Lacquer
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Boxwood
19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Burl
Early 20th Century Louis XVI Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Bronze
20th Century French Louis XVI Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
Late 20th Century American Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble, Brass
Early 20th Century English George II Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
2010s Czech Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Clay
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
Late 19th Century Italian Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
1890s English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ceramic, Fabric, Mahogany, Burl
18th Century English George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Other
Late 20th Century French Chinese Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Paint
1960s American Neoclassical Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1980s American Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
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.