Queen Anne Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
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.
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Style: Queen Anne
19th Century Burl Walnut Partner's Desk with Armchair
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent 19th century burled walnut partners desk with original armchair and claw legs.
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4 Queen Anne Style Dining Arm Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
Set of 4 vintage solid mahogany George II, Queen Anne dining armchairs.
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Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
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New Queen Anne Style Mahogany Balloon Seat Leather Side Chair w/ Brass Nail Trim
Located in North Salem, NY
New Mahogany Shaped Back Queen Anne Style Side Chair with "Balloon" Seat Resting on Carved Front Legs. Covered in a Rich Brown Leather with Antique Brass Nail...
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18th Century American Antique Queen Anne Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
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Queen Anne Style Wood & Hogan Walnut Wing Chair with Carved Legs & Down Cushion
Located in North Salem, NY
Fight off the chill of the draft and add a bit more of a cozy feel with the added protection a Wing chair provides.
An important and generous size Queen Anne style wing chair made b...
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18th Century American Antique Queen Anne Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
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Maple, Walnut
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English Queen Anne Style Upholstered & Mahogany Fireside Wingback Chair 20th C
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1940s Hollywood Regency Tan Suede Desk Chair with Brass Handle & Nailhead Trim
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19th Century Walnut Partners Desk
Located in Savannah, GA
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Barbara Barry for McGuire Rattan or Wicker Arm Desk, Dining or Occasional Chair
By Barbara Barry, McGuire
Located in St. Louis, MO
Barbara Barry designed for McGuire Furniture of San Francisco. Dark stained Rattan dining chair, can be used as a desk chair or Occasional chair. All original, light touch up. Label.
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Georgian Queen Anne Style Carved Mahogany Dining Side Desk Chair Brocade Seat
Located in Dayton, OH
An ornately carved mahogany Georgian style side chair. Features a carved back splat, silk brocade seat and pronounced cabriole legs with scalloped knees.
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H 40 in W 25 in D 23 in
Century Furniture Queen Anne Carved Mahogany Side Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Queen Anne or Georgian style carved mahogany side chair, dining chair, or desk chair
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Vintage Woodmark Originals Queen Anne Style Mahogany Wingback Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Woodmark Originals Queen Anne Style Mahogany Wingback Chairs - a Pair. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 43" H x 31.5" W x 32" D x 19.5"...
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Mid Century Queen Anne Mahogany High Wingback Arm Chair Floral Crewel
Located in Bensalem, PA
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19th Century English Rush Seat Ladder Back Chair
Located in Southampton, NJ
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Pair Queen Anne style arm chairs, circa 1900
Located in Brighton, Sussex
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20th Century Queen Anne Style Leather Desk Armchair
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A mid 20th century superb quality Queen Anne style solid mahogany hand-dyed green leather and brass studs armchair, beautifully shaped curved arms, ca...
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Vintage Brown Leather Queen Anne Rolling Executive Office Desk Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Mahogany & Leather Queen Anne Tufted Nailhead Executive Office Desk Arm Chair
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Classic Leather Mahogany Queen Anne Nailhead Accent Armchair Club Desk Library
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Antique Leather Upholstered Walnut Armchair on Cabriole Legs
Located in Benington, Herts
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Located in Richmond, London
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Located in New York, NY
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Queen Anne Style Walnut Side or Desk Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
A finely crafted walnut and burled walnut side chair with shell carving on the knees ending in detailed claw and ball feet.
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Located in Benington, Herts
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Queen Anne office chairs and desk chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Queen Anne office chairs and desk chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage office chairs and desk chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, mahogany and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Queen Anne office chairs and desk chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United Kingdom 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 office chairs and desk chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,800 and tops out at $15,000 while the average work can sell for $7,201.