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.
Pair Taylor-King Queen Anne Camelback Sofa Loveseat Floral Blue White Stripe
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a very sweet and comfy pair of sofas or loveseats with stylish blue and white floral striped upholstery, classic humpbacks or camelbacks and rolled arms. The upholstery has m...
Upholstery, Wood
Queen Anne Loveseat, Walnut Frame, Floral Needlepoint, 18th Century
Located in Queens, NY
English Queen Anne (18th Century) loveseat with floral needlepoint tapestry upholstery (as is) and a walnut frame with a stretcher base and cabriole legs ending in pad feet.
Tapestry, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Vintage Regency Judith Norman Printed Floral Loveseat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This elegant Judith Norman loveseat is a masterful distillation of 1980s Postmodernism and romantic "Grandmillennial" flair. Fully upholstered in a premium chintz-style fabric, the s...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Curved Banana Shape Loveseat or Sofa in Floral Wool, Denmark 1940s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Viggo Boesen style banana shaped or curved Loveseat made in Denmark, around late 1930s or early 1940s. This small sofa will make a strong statement in any room. Beautiful round volup...
Wool, Beech
$5,995 / set
H 34 in W 68 in D 41 in
Baker Furniture Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Tufted Sofas or Loveseats, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A pair of gorgeous and very comfortable Mid-Century Hollywood Regency tufted sofas or loveseats By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Me...
Upholstery, Wood
Swedish Gustavian Loveseat Sofa
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Swedish Gustavian loveseat sofa. it has been restored and repainted with milk paints "Oyster White" All new cushion and Muslin added.
Birch
$950
H 32 in W 60 in D 36 in
Vintage Floral Print 60" Fully Upholstered Channel Back Loveseat Sofa by Harden
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. High Quality Floral Print 60" Fully Upholstered Channel Back Loveseat Sofa by Harden....
Fabric
Pair of Tufted Loveseats
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of recently reupholstered glamorous Hollywood deco tufted loveseats This stylish pair has a tufted, tight back and rolled arms with an inset panel with two-seat cushions. The lo...
Upholstery
$1,871Sale Price|25% Off
H 31 in W 63 in D 33 in
Traditional Sofa or Loveseat with Floral Chintz Fabric and Brass Ball Casters
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Traditional style small sofa or loveseat composed of front brass ball casters, round tapered wood back legs, curved back pillows, T style seat cushions, arm covers ...
Brass
Michael Taylor for Baker 'Far East' Loveseat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern loveseat with black frame in an Asian motif. Soft cushions sit over a covered back. Michael Taylor designed sofa for the Baker Far East collection. Ebonized lattic...
Wood
18th Century Queen Anne Mahogany Footstool with Needlepoint Seat
Located in Bradenton, FL
Queen Anne Mahogany Footstool with Needlepoint Upholstered Seat. The needlepoint tapestry features a soft palette in greens, corals, and creams, perfectly complementing the warm tone...
Mahogany
$3,800
H 39.25 in W 49.5 in D 23 in
French Carved Walnut 19th Century Louis XVI Sofa, Settee or Loveseat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
French elegant and well-made antique carved walnut sofa, loveseat or settee. Classic example of the French Louis XVI style: the quality is superb, the frame has crisp and intricate ...
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage Louis XV Style Leather Loveseat Sofa
Located in Southampton, NJ
A vintage Louis XV style leather loveseat with rolled over French form carved arms, brass nail head trim and loose seat cushions supported on cabriole legs. Beautifully maintained w...
Brass
Early 18th Century Queen Anne Walnut Side Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful walnut Queen Anne side chair with a slender vase splat with a molded and pierced crest rail. Dramatic cabriole legs on front and rear of the cha...
Walnut
Handsome Distressed Black Leather Diminutive Loveseat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Charming antique distressed black leather settee having walnut turned feet and finished with nailheads. Small yet comfy, and a great masculine look. Arm height 23
Leather, Walnut
Vintage Boho Camelback Loveseat in Brunschwig and Fils Floral
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring timeless elegance and boho charm into your home with this vintage camelback loveseat upholstered in Brunschwig & Fils floral fabric. The graceful camelback silhouette is comple...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 33.5 in W 62 in D 30 in
Vintage Queen Anne Mahogany Camel Back Parlor Settee Bench Loveseat 62"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Queen Anne style bench / love seat / settee. Made of mahogany featuring a serpentine camel back design with flared arms and cabriole legs / feet. Includes two round Victori...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Sold
H 34.5 in W 80 in D 34 in
Ethan Allen Georgian Court Queen Anne Camelback Sofa Ball & Claw Floral 20-7179
Located in Dayton, OH
Ethan Allen Georgian Court Queen Anne or chippendale style camelback sofa Mp. 20-7179, circa 1970s. Made from cherry with cabriole legs featuring a shell carved knee and ball and cla...
Upholstery, Cherry
Jack Lenor Larsen ‘Primavera’ Velvet Wingback Settee or Loveseat
Located in Southampton, NJ
Queen Anne style love-seat in stunning vintage Jack Lenor Larsen “Primavera” velvet having overstuffed down pillows and seat cushion. The f...
Velvet, Walnut
George II Style Walnut Loveseat or Small Sofa
Located in Folkestone, GB
An immensely attractive George II style walnut loveseat with shaped, upholstered back above an upholstered seat with two swept arms and standing on four square section cabriole legs....
Upholstery, Walnut
Tall Back Queen Anne Style Loveseat
Located in New York, NY
Tall back Queen Anne style Loveseat with blue velvet upholstery and solid walnut legs.
Velvet, Walnut
Antique Laine of Hickory Queen Anne Mahogany Settee, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Queen Anne style settee by Laine of Hickory offers camel back form with scroll arms, raised on mahogany cabriole legs with stylized carved ...
Upholstery, Mahogany
1940s Settee with Three Queen Anne Style Front Legs and Carvings
Located in Pasadena, CA
1940s settee with three Queen Anne style front legs and carvings on a wood base. Newly upholstered in “Aswan Monsoon’ 100% Linen by Lisa Fine, with down wrap...
Linen, Wood
English Queen Anne Style Carved Open Arm Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
English Queen Anne style (modern) carved open-arm loveseat with a carved crest on a double chair back and a slip seat upholstered in brown leather.
Leather
Sold
H 40 in W 57 in D 25 in
English Floral & Foliate Carved Mahogany Queen Anne Settee Frame, circa 1820
Located in Big Flats, NY
Early English Queen Anne settee frame features mahogany construction with camel back, scroll arms having carved floral rosettes and with foliate and scroll facing, seated on cabriole...
Mahogany
Camelback Loveseat
Located in Greenwich, CT
Vintage camelback loveseat covered in Romo/Platner linen. Wood-frame, down and feather cushions. Very comfy! Two available. Measurements: 35in H...
Upholstery