Although named for the last Stuart monarch of England, antique Queen Anne furniture, with its curvy cabriole legs and pad feet, has its origins in the earlier reign of King William III, which began in 1689 and ended with his death in 1702. Later evolving during Anne’s rule from 1702–14, the style would continue to influence design in the decades after her death.
Sometimes called late Baroque or early Georgian, Queen Anne chairs, bedroom furniture and tables are subdued yet ornate and characterized by a graceful blend of influences ranging from Asian design to classical motifs. Furnishings of this era — with their curvilinear supports and novel emphasis on comfort and versatility — are marked by a shift away from the more opulent and angular William and Mary style.
Chairs designed in the Queen Anne style are more functional and lightweight than their predecessors. They often feature a vase or fiddle-shaped splat, which refers to the central vertical back element, in order to support the spine and plush cushions. Craftsmen of the era predominantly worked in walnut, maple and pine. Any embellishments they introduced in their furnishings were frequently minimal and refined and expressed by way of modest flourishes such as shells or scrolls. Some pieces were more lavish with “japanned” finishes, or varnished interpretations of East Asian lacquer art. Almost every piece of furniture, whether a tea table or desk, included S-shaped, animalistic cabriole legs that end in a paw or claw-and-ball form.
These qualities made Queen Anne furniture popular throughout Europe and North America. Boston and Philadelphia became hubs for the production of this style of furniture, spurred by the arrival of British artisans who fostered a market for well-heeled colonists. While the showier Chippendale style later surpassed it in popularity, Queen Anne’s simple elegance still draws an enduring appreciation.
Find a collection of antique Queen Anne dining tables, seating, cabinets and other authentic period furniture on 1stDibs.
Striking Bolection Fireplace in Italian Breche Violiette Marble
Located in London, GB
A bolection fireplace in Italian Breche Violiette marble. The creamy white background marble with striking purple and violet veining throughout. Moulded frieze and jambs, with plain ...
Marble
$10,137 / item
Stylish Marble Bolection Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
A stylish English moulded bolection fireplace in a dark brown Marquina marble. A good quality copy of the Queen Anne design from the early 18th century. Could be made to any size and...
Marble
English Bolection Fireplace in Travertine Stone
Located in London, GB
A good quality English bolection with moulded frieze and jambs in the classic Queen Anne style. Travertine stone. Moulded plinths that follow jamb mo...
Travertine
Large 19th Century English Rouge Royale Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
19th century English Rouge Royale fireplace, with bolection moulding. Shelf Width: 1850 mm 72 7/8 in Overall Height: 1390 mm 54 3/4 in Opening Height: 1150 mm 45 1...
Marble
Striking Bolection Fireplace in Crema Marfil Marble
Located in London, GB
A bolection fireplace in Crema Marfil marble. The creamy, beige stone with soft veins of colour including, tones of yellow, rust and white. The moulded fr...
Marble
English Moulded Bolection Fireplace in Portland Stone
Located in London, GB
A stylish English moulded bolection fireplace in Portland stone. A good quality copy of the Queen Anne design. Could be made to any size and in other materials if required. Measure:...
Stone
White Marble Bolection Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A stylish English moulded bolection fireplace in white marble. A good quality copy of the Queen Anne design. Modern. Measure: Shelf Width: 1370 mm 53 7/8 in Overall Height: 1...
Marble
An English Moulded Bolection Fireplace in Calacatta Verde Marble
Located in London, GB
An English moulded bolection fireplace in Calacatta Verde marble. A scaled down version of a chimneypiece originally housed in the Officer's mess at Ch...
Marble
$10,613 / item
English Bolection Fireplace in Travertine Stone
Located in London, GB
An English moulded bolection fireplace in white Travertine stone. A scaled down version of a chimneypiece originally housed in the Officer's mess at Chelsea Barracks, London. Can me ...
Travertine
Period Queen Anne Stone Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A period Queen Anne stone fireplace. The moulded jambs surmounted by arched frieze carved with leaf work and scrolled keystone to centre. Small scale, well suited to a Study, Bedroom...
Stone
English Molded Bolection Fireplace in Nero Marquina Marble
Located in London, GB
A stylish English molded bolection fireplace in Nero Marquina marble, originally from the Province of Bizcaya in Spain. A good quality copy of the Queen ...
Marble
$10,137 / item
English Moulded Bolection Fireplace in Bath Stone
Located in London, GB
A stylish English moulded bolection fireplace in bath stone. A good quality copy of the Queen Anne design. Could be made to any size and in other materials if required. N.B. May be...
Stone
Bolection Mantel Piece in Dark Green Marble
Located in London, GB
An English moulded bolection fireplace in dark green marble. Based on a period original from the early 18th century. An elegant shape. Modern. Measu...
Marble
Attractive English Bolection Fireplace in an Ancaster Stone
Located in London, GB
An attractive English bolection fireplace in a Ancaster stone. A substantial moulding with good quality English Ancaster stone. A copy of the Queen Anne design. Also available in oth...
Stone
$11,430 / item
An English Bolection Fireplace in Venato Light Stone
Located in London, GB
A stylish English moulded bolection fireplace in Venato Light stone, a hard limestone with a neutral hue. A good quality copy of the Queen Anne design. Modern. Shelf Width: ...
Limestone
Period Queen Anne Marble Fireplace
Located in London, GB
An imposing period Queen Anne Statuary and Siena marble fireplace. The richly coloured Siena providing an interesting contrast to the simplicity of the moulded design. Late 17th cent...
Marble
Bolection Fireplace in Elegant Grey Marble
Located in London, GB
A good quality bolection fireplace in Elegant Grey marble. Moulded jambs and frieze in the Queen Anne style. An attractive marble. Modern. Additional information: Shelf Width: 14...
Marble
White and Siena Brocatelle Marble Fireplace in the Queen Anne Style
Located in London, GB
An English, Queen Anne style white marble fireplace with Italian Siena Brocatelle inlay. The richly coloured Siena providing an interesting contrast to the simplicity of the moulded ...
Marble
White Marble Bolection Fireplace
Located in London, GB
An attractive English bolection fireplace in a white marble. An unusually deep, substantial moulding with good quality white marble. A copy of the Queen Anne design. Also available i...
Marble
English Marble Bolection Fireplace in Bruno Marquina
Located in London, GB
An unusual Queen Anne style moulded fireplace in Bruno Marquina marble. The inner moulding with carving throughout, the outer moulding with beading. A modern copy of an earlier piece...
Marble
English Nero Marquina Marble Fireplace with Inlaid Statuary
Located in London, GB
An English black and white veined marble fireplace inlaid with carved statuary guilloche carving. Shelf Width: 1360 mm 53 1/2 in Overall...
Marble
Elegant Carved Bolection Fireplace in Limestone
Located in London, GB
An elegant carved bolection moulded fireplace in a light limestone. The frieze and jambs with carved oak leaf decoration and cross banded centre ribbon to centre. A copy of a period ...
Limestone
19th Century Rouge de Mazy Marble Louis XV Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
19th century Rouge de Mazy marble Louis XV fireplace mantel. Opening measurements: 34.6 x 39.8 inch (height x width).
Marble
$1,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 42.13 in W 51.97 in D 12.21 in
Antique Wooden Fireplace Mantel, Carved with Satyr & Columns, 19th Century Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient fireplace in precious wood, richly carved with satyr on the central pediment and tapered columns with capital, hand carved in the 19th century in Italy. Of wood, therefore v...
Wood
$3,200Sale Price|21% Off
H 46.86 in W 49.61 in D 13 in
19th Century Antique French Limestone Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Very warm colored French Corton limestone fireplace. Opening measurements: 41.7 x 40.9 inch. (106 x 104 cm) height x width.
Limestone
Antique Marble Fireplace
Located in Made, NL
Elegant mantelpiece made of warm Rouge Royal marble in the style of Louis XV from the 19th century! This charming and graceful mantelpiece has a beautiful scallop in the center and b...
Marble
Old Fireplace Mantel
Located in Made, NL
Elegant mantelpiece of French limestone from the 19th century! This antique mantelpiece has beautiful lines and ornaments and is calm in appearance! A fireplace with a warm appearanc...
Limestone
$11,798Sale Price|20% Off
H 74.81 in W 90.16 in D 36.62 in
Antique Fireplace Mantel from the 19th century of french limestone
Located in Made, NL
Beautiful robust castle mantelpiece made of French limestone. This antique mantle dates from the 19th century and is in the style of Louis XIII with a beautiful ornament in the middl...
Limestone
$16,000
H 42.92 in W 60.63 in D 14.97 in
19th Century Belgian Rouge Griotte Marble Fireplace Mantle, 1840-1860
Located in Made, NL
Experience Timeless Opulence: 19th Century Belgian Rouge Griotte Marble Fireplace from Brussels. Step into the grandeur of the 19th century with our exquisite antique fireplace haili...
Marble
A Large Black Basalt Stone Bolection Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
A large framed black Basalt stone bolection fireplace surround, with wide bolection moulding profile. Stood on shaped foot blockings. Almost jet black in colour with small inclusions...
Stone
$14,500
H 50 in W 65.38 in D 15.88 in
French 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Veined Grey Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French 19th-20th century Louis XVI style veined grey and white marble fireplace mantel surround, surmounted with a pair of cylindrical marble columns and an edged frieze, Pari...
Marble
$8,156
H 40.95 in W 49.22 in D 14.57 in
Antique Carrara marble fireplace in Pompadour style, 19th century
Located in Made, NL
This elegant antique fireplace, made of refined Carrara marble, comes from France and exudes the charm of the 19th century. With graceful lines and subtle details, it is a timeless v...
Marble
Small Marble Louis XVI Fireplace Mantel
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Small and elegant white marble Louis XVI fireplace mantel. Lovely original conditions with some dicoloring in the topsheld. Would be perfect for a...
Carrara Marble
Beautiful Breche Marble Fireplace Mantel, Free Shipping
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Its a pleasure to offer this wonderful French fireplace in beautiful Italian Breche (Breccia) marble. This early 19th century transitional (XIV - XV) mantel shows a great variety of ...
Breccia Marble
Queen Anne Disc and Dowel Interior Spandrel with Volute Scrolls
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Hand-sculpted Interior Spandrel with a Disc and Dowel with Volute Scrolls design for the touch of charm to the archway or Parlor of your choice. This Spandrel is an exquisite artist...
Wood
Architectual Stone Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A rustic stone architectural English fireplace. The moulded jambs surmounted by matching frieze and shelf above. (In original rustic condition, but could ...
Stone
Architectual Stone Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A rustic stone architectural English fireplace. The moulded jambs surmounted by matching frieze and shelf above. (In original rustic condition, but could be restored further upon req...
Stone
English Marble Bolection Fireplace
Located in London, GB
An unusual Queen Anne style moulded fireplace. The inner moulding with carving throughout, the outer moulding with beading. A modern copy of an earlier piece (shelf length given is o...
Marble
Queen Anne Style Door Hood
Located in London, GB
A Queen Anne style shell door hood, late nineteenth century, the carved scallop shell canopy above dentil molding supported on acanthine brackets, painted pi...
Striking Bolection Fireplace in Portora Marble
Located in London, GB
A stylish English moulded bolection fireplace in striking Portora marble. A good quality copy of the Queen Anne design. Could be made to any size and in other materials if required. ...
Marble
Large English Moulded Bolection Fireplace in White Travertine
Located in London, GB
A large and imposing English moulded bolection fireplace in white Travertine stone. A good quality copy of the Queen Anne design. (Please Note: the shelf depth measurement (4.25?) is...
Travertine
English Bolection Mantel in Arabescato Marble
Located in London, GB
A stylish English moulded bolection fireplace in Arabescato marble, an Italian marble with a light background that is contrasted by olive-grey veining. A good quality copy of the Que...
Marble
Moulded Bolection Fireplace in a Veined Marble
Located in London, GB
An English bolection with moulded frieze and jambs in the Classic Queen Anne style. An off-white colored background with charcoal grey streaked veining. Modern. N.B. May be subject t...
Marble
English Moulded Bolection Fireplace in Bath Stone
Located in London, GB
A stylish English moulded bolection fireplace in bath stone. A good quality copy of the Queen Anne design. Could be made to any size and in other materials if required. Shelf widt...
Moulded Bolection Fireplace in a Veined Marble
Located in London, GB
An English bolection with moulded frieze and jambs in the Classic Queen Anne style. An off-white coloured background with charcoal grey streaked veining. Modern. Shelf width - 137...
Large English Moulded Bolection Fireplace in White Travertine
Located in London, GB
A large and imposing English moulded bolection fireplace in white Travertine stone. A good quality copy of the Queen Anne design. (Please Note: the shelf depth measurement (4.25″) is...