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.
Queen Anne Style Two Seat Settee
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Queen Anne style two seat settee, custom made for Paramount Antiques of New York. The seat back has rounded shoulders carved with an acanthus leaf...
Fabric, Wood
Antique Settee in Italian Busatti Stripe
Located in Hudson, NY
Make a statement with this turn of the century settee newly upholstered in bespoke Tuscany blue and white striped linen from Busatti. Svelte lines, round wood Queen Anne feet. Timele...
Wood, Linen
English Queen Anne Needlepoint Tapestry and Walnut Settee
Located in Queens, NY
English Queen Anne styke (19/20th Century) loveseat with floral needlepoint tapestry upholstery (18th Century-as is) and a walnut frame with a stretcher base and cabriole legs ending...
18th Century Queen Anne Walnut Settee with Point de Hongrie Flame Stitching
Located in Solebury, PA
A fine 18th century Queen Anne small walnut settee upholstered in vibrant flame stitch fabric retains an authentic period presence and refined proportions. The elegantly carved arms ...
Walnut
French Louis XV Style Carved-Wood & Upholstered Settee
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV style sofa from the mid-19th century. This antique settee from France upholstered features a gently arched top rail at back, carved acanthus leaves decorated the sk...
Upholstery, Wood
$5,356Sale Price|42% Off
H 45.28 in W 86.62 in D 27.56 in
Fine Nord Italian 18th Century Walnut Settee
Located in Rome, IT
A fine Nord Italian 18'century walnut Settee with scrolled arm-support on 8 cabriole legs , covered with silk fabric of Rubelli. cm 220x115x70
Wood
Woven Rattan Antique Settee
Located in Yonkers, NY
A rustic Javanese teak wood three-seat settee from the Turn of the Century with inset woven rattan seat and back. Infusing an air of rustic charm and understated elegance, this Javan...
Rattan, Teak
English Chippendale Mahogany Needlepoint Sofa, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
English Chippendale mahogany sofa with serpentine back, flanking scrolled arms, floral needlepoint upholstery, and terminating on car...
Upholstery, Mahogany
$3,841Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 46.5 in D 28.5 in
French Louis XV-Style Giltwood Two-Seater settee
Located in Cheshire, GB
French Louis XV-Style Giltwood Two-Seater Canape settee, late 19th century, upholstered in pink, beige and green striped fabric, the reeded frame decorated with flowers and scrolls, ...
Giltwood
Swedish Gustavian 18th Century Painted Pine Settee with Storage
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Swedish 18th century Gustavian style settee/banquette with its original hand-scraped & painted finish over the carved pine frame. The solid construction makes for a sheltering so...
Muslin, Pine, Paint
Danish Two Seat Sofa in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, leather, mahogany, Denmark, 1960s Wonderful Danish two seat sofa. The brown leather shows a light patina and is in good condition, showin...
Leather, Wood
English William and Mary Baroque Style Camel Hump Back Settee
Located in Rio Vista, CA
An elegant country English camel or hump back sofa settee crafted in the William and Mary Baroque taste. The distinctive frame is constructed from dark walnut and upholstered in a p...
Fabric, Walnut
$2,624
H 35.44 in W 73.63 in D 25.99 in
19th Century Italian Antique Small Settee or Chaise Longue in Walnut
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We offer this antique Italian sofa or chaise longue dating back to the mid-19th century. The sofa features a solid walnut frame and a comfortable padded seat and backrest. Its desig...
Walnut
19thc Louis XVI Carved Fruitwood Settee with Needlepoint Upholstery
Located in Savannah, GA
This lovely 19th century French Louis XVI style carved fruitwood settee features a floral cartouche at the crest and at the bottom front corners. The back and bottom of the settee ar...
Upholstery, Fruitwood
Italian Settee by Isa Bergamo
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Isa Bergamo mid century settee original faux leather upholstery and original mid century condition. Brass legs.
Brass
$8,588Sale Price|20% Off
H 45.28 in W 86.62 in D 27.56 in
Elegant Nord Italian 18th Century Walnut Settee, 1750
Located in Rome, IT
A fine Nord Italian 18th century walnut settee with scrolled arm-support on 8 cabriole legs, covered with silk fabric of Rubelli in excellent condition. Measures: cm 220 x 115 x 70.
Wood
Queen Anne Style Mahogany & Marquetry inlay Settee or Bench
Located in Plainview, NY
A Queen Anne style two-seat settee, a masterpiece of refined craftsmanship. The seat back boasts rounded shoulders that exude sophistication. The inner panels show intricate marquet...
Mahogany
Queen Anne Style Mahogany and Needlepoint Settee, England 18th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A exceptional late 17th / early 18th century English Queen Anne mahogany settee with period needlepoint and velvet upholstery. Frame is sturdy and structurally sound, and needlepoi...
Upholstery, Mahogany
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H 35 in W 78 in D 35 in
Vintage Queen Anne Mahogany Camelback Settee Sofa Crewel Style Fabric Down Seat
Located in Dayton, OH
An exquisite Queen Anne style camelback settee or sofa, circa mid-20th century. Features a beautiful swooping back, rolled arms and large removable down fil...
Fabric, Mahogany
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
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H 43 in W 56.5 in D 30.5 in
English Queen Anne Style Double Camel Back Upholstered Settee Sofa 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An English Queen Anne style settee sofa offers upholstered double camel back form with scroll arms raised on carved mahogany cabriole legs with...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique Queen Anne Style Upholstered Settee, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Queen Anne style upholstered settee or loveseat offers shaped back and scroll arms raised on mahogany cabriole legs with pad feet, 20th century Measures: 34.25" H x 56" W...
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century English Queen Anne Style Sofa
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
A Queen Anne style sofa, upholstered in pale yellow foliate patterned silk type material, with exposed shell and scroll carved frame raised on fo...
Mahogany
Antique Laine of Hickory Queen Anne Style Mahogany Sofa, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Queen Anne style sofa by Laine of Hickory offers camel back form with scroll arms, raised on mahogany cabriole legs with stylized carved s...
Upholstery, Mahogany
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
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H 51.58 in W 59.85 in D 34.65 in
Antique Queen Anne Style Sofa, English, Two Seat Settee, Victorian, Circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Queen Anne style sofa. An English, upholstery and mahogany two seat settee, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880...
Mahogany
Antique English Queen Anne Style Couch
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is an antique Queen Anne style three-seat sofa, having arched backs, with scroll arms, standing on elegant carved cabriole legs, the sofa remains in very good condition. The...
Damask, Walnut
Pair of Walnut Framed Queen Anne Style Settees
Located in Cheshire, GB
Pair of walnut framed settees, the rectangular upholstered back and seat flanked by scrolling arms. All raised up on cabriole legs terminating in pad feet. Dimensions: Height 40 in...
Walnut