Card Tables and Tea Tables
Early 19th Century Indian British Colonial Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ebony, Sandalwood, Satinwood
Late 20th Century Italian French Provincial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Burl
1790s Hepplewhite Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Baize, Mahogany
19th Century American George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Travertine, Marble, Chrome
Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bamboo, Rattan, Paint
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Rosewood, Satinwood
1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Stone
1920s Georgian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
20th Century Spanish Moorish Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Acrylic
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
2010s Portuguese Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bronze
18th Century British George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fruitwood
20th Century American Country Card Tables and Tea Tables
Maple
Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Stone, Brass
Early 20th Century American American Colonial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1770s English Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass, Wrought Iron
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Leather
Late 20th Century American Regency Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
1760s English Chinese Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
2010s American Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Walnut
18th Century George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1970s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Chrome
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Fruitwood
1740s Irish George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Plywood
1740s English George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1820s American Federal Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
19th Century Scandinavian Rococo Revival Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Ceramic, Rattan, Bentwood
2010s Unknown French Provincial Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Card Tables and Tea Tables
Copper
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Glass, Wood
19th Century Japanese Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Bamboo, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Cherry
1760s German Baroque Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Cherry, Elm, Walnut
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Aluminum
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak, Macassar
19th Century English Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Stone, Brass
2010s Italian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1930s Austrian Bauhaus Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Early 20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
Mid-18th Century Dutch Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Aluminum
1750s George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Early 18th Century Irish George I Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Early 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Hardwood
2010s Portuguese Card Tables and Tea Tables
Steel
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.





