Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bronze
18th Century and Earlier American Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
1940s Italian Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal
18th Century Qing Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Upholstery
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
1950s Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut, Parchment Paper
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1950s European Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Oak
Late 19th Century Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Copper
Late 20th Century George II Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut, Burl
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Teak
20th Century American Chippendale Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
18th Century Irish George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Steel
1970s Swiss Hollywood Regency Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Aluminum
2010s American Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
Early 20th Century American Victorian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
2010s German Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rubber, Birch
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
20th Century English Chinoiserie Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood, Paint
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
1720s English George I Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
Early 19th Century Irish George III Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Satinwood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Hardwood
18th Century Irish Georgian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
19th Century Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
2010s Indian Other Card Tables and Tea Tables
Marble
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Steel
Mid-19th Century George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 19th Century British Edwardian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany, Satinwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Late 19th Century English Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
19th Century European Biedermeier Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
19th Century Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Lacquer
18th Century Irish George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
19th Century Irish Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Brass
Late 18th Century British Adam Style Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Resin
1880s British Victorian Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Wood
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bronze, Ormolu
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Concrete, Metal
2010s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Walnut
18th Century English George II Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Baize, Walnut
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Late 20th Century English Card Tables and Tea Tables
Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Card Tables and Tea Tables
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Card Tables and Tea Tables
Rosewood
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.





