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Queen Anne Architectural Elements

QUEEN ANNE STYLE

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.

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Style: Queen Anne
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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...
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Large English Moulded Bolection Fireplace in White Travertine
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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...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Queen Anne Architectural Elements

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Travertine

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Travertine

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...
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Late 20th Century English Queen Anne Architectural Elements

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Travertine

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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Queen Anne Architectural Elements

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Marble

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...
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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...
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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...
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Late 20th Century English Queen Anne Architectural Elements

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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 ...
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Late 20th Century English Queen Anne Architectural Elements

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Limestone

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:...
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English Bolection Fireplace Mantel in Portland Limestone
Located in London, GB
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Queen Anne architectural elements for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Queen Anne architectural elements for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage architectural elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, marble and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Queen Anne architectural elements made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for architectural elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,890 and tops out at $46,827 while the average work can sell for $7,978.

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