tea table

a small table for holding a tea service and cups, plates, etc., for several people.

Origin of tea table

First recorded in 1680–90

tea-ta·ble, adjective

I remained out of the salon, and only returned when the tea-table was brought in.

The Sunny Side of Diplomatic Life, 1875-1912 |Lillie DeHegermann-Lindencrone
“I have a note from Harry,” said Graeme, as they left the tea-table.

Janet's Love and Service |Margaret M Robertson
She rose directly from her station at the tea-table, and went to Therese, who was standing with another demoiselle at the window.

The Devil's Elixir |E. T. A. Hoffmann
Does the lady-autocrat at the tea-table give marks for good behaviour?

Mr. Punch In Society |Various

She was seated at the tea-table, for the moment, entirely alone.

The Ordeal of Elizabeth |Elizabeth Von Arnim