Queen Anne Pitchers

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.

Style: Queen Anne

Antique English 18th Century English Brown Stoneware Puzzle Jug Nottingham 1706

$1,250

Antique English 18th Century English Brown Stoneware Puzzle Jug Nottingham 1706

Located in Portland, OR

A rare antique English Queen Anne period salt-glazed stoneware puzzle jug, Nottingham, dated 1706. A rare example of very early 18th century English vernacular pottery, a whimsical puzzle jug made of local Nottingham clay and salt-glazed. The top with three spouts/mouthpieces & a strap handle connected to a pierced top with circular & triangular motifs with a globular baluster shaped body below & raised on a flared foot. The globular body is decorated in relief with drunken revellers and is dated "1706" and initialed "J. B.", this rare antique puzzle jug...

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Early 1700s English Antique Queen Anne Pitchers

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Stoneware

Jug in Pottery Beautiful Old Patina, France 18th Century, Quimper HR

$336

H 2.76 in Dm 6.7 in

Jug in Pottery Beautiful Old Patina, France 18th Century, Quimper HR

By Grande Maison HB Quimper

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This Jug has a great old Patina. It is from France made in the 18th Century. The material is Pottery and the condtion is Fair. the decor is "fleur de Lys".

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18th Century French Antique Queen Anne Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Antique Stoneware Pottery 2 Gallon Water Jug Pitcher Blue Paint Decorated "2"

$325

H 14 in W 8 in D 8 in

Antique Stoneware Pottery 2 Gallon Water Jug Pitcher Blue Paint Decorated "2"

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Stoneware Pottery 2 Gallon Water Jug with Blue Paint Decorated "2". Circa 19th Century. Measurements: 14" H x 8" W x 8" D

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19th Century Antique Queen Anne Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

18th Century Faience Jug

$630Sale Price|36% Off

H 8.67 in Dm 4.73 in

18th Century Faience Jug

Located in Copenhagen, K

Beautiful German faience jug from one of the Northern German factories.

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18th Century German Antique Queen Anne Pitchers

Materials

Faience

Glazed Stoneware English Caricature Jug In The Shape Of An Old Man, 20th Century

$334

H 4.73 in Dm 5.12 in

Glazed Stoneware English Caricature Jug In The Shape Of An Old Man, 20th Century

Located in Greven, DE

Caricature jug in the shape of an old man with a hat Origin: England (Staffordshire or Devon, attributed) Material: Glazed stoneware Date: Mid-20th century (approx. 1940–1960) Dime...

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Mid-20th Century British Queen Anne Pitchers

Materials

Stoneware

French Antique Jug Sarreguemines Pitcher Neptune, 19th Century

$598

H 12.21 in Dm 9.85 in

French Antique Jug Sarreguemines Pitcher Neptune, 19th Century

Located in Vienna, AT

Very old Jug, burgundy earthenware, Neptune model, blue transferware. A rare piece for earthenware lovers. It is in very good condition. A rich and perfectly ...

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1860s French Antique Queen Anne Pitchers

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Ceramic

Pitcher or Jug in Stoneware Ceramic, Brown Color, France 1960, Old Patina

$260

H 5.91 in Dm 4.73 in

Pitcher or Jug in Stoneware Ceramic, Brown Color, France 1960, Old Patina

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This pitcher, in from France. In the style of French provencial, it is in an good condition. We can see it's old patina, in a green and brown color. It has been made circa 1960. It i...

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1960s French Vintage Queen Anne Pitchers

Materials

Stoneware

Antique Bangor Stoneware Large 19" Five Gallon Jug Bangor Maine

$495

H 19 in W 12 in D 12 in

Antique Bangor Stoneware Large 19" Five Gallon Jug Bangor Maine

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Bangor Stoneware Large 19" Five Gallon Jug Bangor Maine. Item features wonderful applied "drips", old paint remnants, large impressive form, original stamp, very nice antique...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Queen Anne Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Antique Westerwald German Cobalt Blue Figural Stoneware Pottery Jug Pitcher

$450

H 19.5 in W 10 in D 5 in

Antique Westerwald German Cobalt Blue Figural Stoneware Pottery Jug Pitcher

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Westerwald German Cobalt Blue Figural Stoneware Pottery Jug Pitcher. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 19.5" H x 10" W x 6" D.

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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Queen Anne Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

18th Century Italian Baroque Gilded Ewer Repoussé Copper Liturgical Jug

$2,390

H 7.49 in W 4.73 in D 2.76 in

18th Century Italian Baroque Gilded Ewer Repoussé Copper Liturgical Jug

Located in Milano, MI

A stunning Italian gilt copper ewer dating back to 18th century with a circular body featuring a quadripartite decoration defined by the repoussé of a double vertical ribbed frame that frames tableaux decorated with floral scrolls; the background of these sections is finely dotted by chisel tool to underline a very pleasant relief to the embossed parts thanks to the burnishing. An excellent and unique hand-made pitcher, selected in a private collection of Northern Italy. This rare golden jug was created to serve wine during the Eucharistic celebration, the Christian liturgical practice. it is an Italian work of art that dates back to 1700, with a wonderful fire gilding, for collectors. In good age related condition regardless of a small dent in the middle part of the body, consistent with the eighteenth-century dating. The cast handle takes up the motif of the volutes present on the body of the ewer. The spout is closed by a hinged lid with a small floral knob, with minimal deformations near the hinge compromising its perfect closure. In the upper part, there are welding signs...

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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Queen Anne Pitchers

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Copper

Antique English Caughley Porcelain Milk Pitcher or Jug

$895

H 6.5 in W 4.75 in D 4 in

Antique English Caughley Porcelain Milk Pitcher or Jug

By Caughley Porcelain

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique English porcelain milk pitcher or jug. Comprising the pot, a conforming lid, and a later associated chain connecting the two. With blue underglaze decoration of...

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Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Pitchers

Materials

Porcelain

18th Century Rustic Spanish Handcrafted Copper Pitcher, Jug with Handle

$1,410

H 14.57 in Dm 11.42 in

18th Century Rustic Spanish Handcrafted Copper Pitcher, Jug with Handle

Located in Madrid, ES

Hammered, riveted and soldered in 18th century Spain, this copper container was made for common household use, but with its sculptural form, rich color and patina of age it surpasses...

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18th Century Spanish Antique Queen Anne Pitchers

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Copper

Stoneware Pottery Jug Pitcher with Amazing Glaze 20th Century Rustic

$537

H 13 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Stoneware Pottery Jug Pitcher with Amazing Glaze 20th Century Rustic

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Jug or pitcher in Stoneware, with an exceptional patina. It's color with brown gives very pleasant contrasts. This Pitcher was created in Japan, circa 20th century.

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20th Century French Queen Anne Pitchers

Materials

Stoneware

Previously Available Items

Victorian Sterling Silver Wine Ewer & Pair of Goblets in Original Box from 1895

Sold

H 5.12 in W 13 in D 13.78 in

Victorian Sterling Silver Wine Ewer & Pair of Goblets in Original Box from 1895

By William Hutton & Sons

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1895 by William Hutton & Sons, this attractive, Victorian, antique sterling silver Wine Ewer and pair of goblets, feature fluted decoration and bead borders, ...

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1890s English Antique Queen Anne Pitchers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Britannia Standard Silver Spirit Kettle

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H 14.57 in Dm 7.17 in

Antique Britannia Standard Silver Spirit Kettle

By Jonah Clifton 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Georgian Britannia standard silver spirit kettle in the Queen Anne style an addition to our antique silver teaware collection. This magnificent antique George I Britannia standard silver spirit kettle has a plain rounded bulbous form, in the antique Queen Anne style. The surface of this large spirit kettle is plain and encircled with bands of applied moulded decoration; the piece has been hand raised and bears the attractive, subtle appearance of the silversmiths Hammer marks. This antique silver spirit kettle is fitted with a plain domed, hallmarked bayonet cover, surmounted with the original carved wood and Britannia silver finial, securing to the interior with a screw fitment. This Fine example of Georgian teaware is fitted with a hinged scrolling handle with the original central carved wood baluster handpiece; the hinge incorporates a stopper to prevent the handpiece from embracing the body of the kettle. This antique spirit kettle...

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1710s British Antique Queen Anne Pitchers

Materials

Silver, Britannia Standard Silver

Queen Anne pitchers for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Queen Anne pitchers for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage pitchers created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, silver and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Queen Anne pitchers made in a specific country, there are England, Europe, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original pitchers, popular names associated with this style include and William Hutton & Sons. 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 pitchers differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,654 and tops out at $5,569 while the average work can sell for $4,612.