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.
1930s Solid Walnut Queen Anne-Style Buffet
Located in Austin, TX
This is a stately piece from the 1930s, and one that is in extraordinarily excellent condition. It is a rare find having been made from solid walnut with burled wood on the front dra...
Brass
Davis Cabinet Cumberland Valley Queen Anne Style Walnut Buffet Sideboard Server
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Davis Cabinet Company Old World Huntboard #1255, circa 1960s. Part of their Cumberland Valley Collection. Features a solid walnut frame with a central dovetailed oak drawer...
Brass
$2,450Sale Price|30% Off
Baker Stately Homes Queen Anne Mahogany Sideboard Buffet Credenza Console 81"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Baker Furniture Stately Homes Queen Anne sideboard / buffet / credenza / console / sofa table. Made of mahogany featuring rectangular form with five drawers and crossbanding...
Mahogany
Henkel Harris Mahogany Queen Anne Sideboard Buffet, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Queen Anne style sideboard, buffet server, or console By Henkel Harris, USA, Circa 1980s Mahogany, with original bra...
Brass
Henkel Harris Queen Anne Solid Walnut Sideboard Credenza, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Queen Anne style huntboard, buffet server, or console By Henkel Harris, "Jamestown Colony" Collection USA, Circa 1980s Solid black walnut, with original brass...
Brass
Modern Burl Buffet Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern burl buffet sideboard with four doors framed by a beveled edge, with interior drawers and shelves and finished in a lightly distressed rustic warm h...
Wood
Catalan Carved Walnut Sideboard, 1940s
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
"Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for timelessness." — Frank Gehry A testament to Catalan craftsmanship, this 1940s solid walnut sideboard reflects the reg...
Walnut
Sideboard Walnut Carved
Located in Toronto, CA
Walnut sideboard three drawers and four doors, carved pillars and back splash.
Walnut
Sculptural Art Deco Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
A study in sculptural restraint, this French buffet reveals a language of measured proportion and textural nuance. Personally selected by our founder, Yannick, the piece embodies the...
Marble
$15,124
H 59.06 in W 39.38 in D 22.05 in
1930s Art Deco Burl Walnut Borsani Sideboard Buffet Server Credenza Wax Polished
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Midcentury Gaetano or Osvaldo Borsani Art Deco burl walnut sideboard buffet with server chest, restored and wax polished Measures cm: H 150, W...
Burl
René Gabriel Sideboard Credenza, France, 1940
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Introducing an extraordinary oak sideboard attributed to the renowned designer René Gabriel. This exceptional piece showcases Gabriel's signature style and attention to detail while...
Oak
Modern Black Cerused Oak Sideboard Buffet
Located in North York, ON
Modern black cerused oak sideboard buffet. Featuring a dark ebonized black ceruse finish with contrasting white grains. Doors open with sleek pus...
Oak
Art Deco Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Description: This exquisite bleached French buffet was personally handpicked by our founder, Yannick, ensuring its uniqueness and quality. A st...
Marble
Baker Archetype Collection Sideboard Buffet Credenza
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Sycamore
$2,495
H 40.25 in W 55.25 in D 26 in
Antique French Louis XV Provincial Carved Walnut Buffet Sideboard Cabinet 1820
Located in Portland, OR
A very good antique French Provincial carved walnut buffet cabinet, circa 1820. The buffet having a molded edge with two drawers below each with a iron lozenge shaped lockplate, belo...
Walnut
$7,180Sale Price|20% Off
H 34.26 in W 68.71 in D 25.4 in
Antique Carved Walnut French Provincial Large Buffet or Sideboard Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
Grand antique French walnut Louis XIV buffet ~ Sideboard is a masterpiece of the cabinetmaker's art. Rendered from sumptuous walnut, it features an intriguing design that comprises t...
Walnut
$4,300
H 38.5 in W 57 in D 22.25 in
Antique French Server Sideboard Buffet Hunt Harvest Cabinet Black Forest Oak 19C
Located in Tyler, TX
SUPERB 19th Century Antique French HIGHLY CARVED Oak "Hunt" "Harvest" Black Forest Server Sideboard Buffet Cabinet~~ c. 1880s This is only one ...
Oak
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H 36 in W 42 in D 21.5 in
Queen Ann Style Chinoiserie Ebonized Wood & Lacquered Decorated Dresser
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Just in, this wonderful Queen Anne Chinoiserie Paint Decorated Flat Top Dresser. Six drawers to he front and stands on great looking cabriole legs that end in nicely decorated bun fe...
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage Green Lacquer Queen Ann Buffet Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Unique Green buffet by Bernhardt. Green stain with high gloss lacquer finish. Brass hardware. Fantastic cabriole legs with beaded accent. Large piece wit...
Brass
Vintage Henkel Harris Cherry Queen Anne Buffet
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a 1993 Henkel Harris Cherry Buffet. Featuring a rectangular top, two doors that open up to storage space, two drawers that pul...
Brass
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H 40.5 in W 54 in D 18.5 in
Lexington Bob Timberlake Cherry Queen Anne Huntboard Buffet Sideboard Server
Located in Dayton, OH
An elegant solid cherry sideboard, server or buffet. by Bob Timberlake for Lexington, circa 1980s. American made farmhouse styling. Features a r...
Cherry
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H 31 in W 53.25 in D 21.25 in
Henkel Harris Black Cherry Jamestown Colony Queen Anne Buffet Sideboard Server
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 1986 Hinkel Harris Jamestown Colony Wild Black Cherry buffet or sideboard. A rectangular form with 2 large drawers with brass knobs and colonial escutcheons over a serpentine...
Cherry
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H 40 in W 54 in D 18.5 in
Lexington Bob Timberlake Cherry Wood Quail Hunter's Sideboard Queen Anne Buffet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lexington Bob Timberlake cherry wood quail hunter's sideboard queen anne buffet. Item features solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, ...
Cherry
Solid Cherry Queen Anne Harden Sideboard Buffet Server
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a solid cherry Harden sideboard in good used condition from the 1980s. The piece measures 60 wide x 21 deep x 35 tall.
Cherry
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H 34 in W 53.25 in D 19.5 in
Henkel Harris Queen Anne Cherry Wood Sideboard Credenza, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Queen Anne style sideboard, buffet server, or console By Henkel Harris USA, 1972 Solid cherry wood, with original br...
Brass
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H 36.5 in W 31.5 in D 20 in
Vtg English Queen Anne Mahogany Lift Top Silverware Chest Server Buffet Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage English Queen Anne mahogany lift top silverware chest server buffet cabinet. Item features lower shelf, lift top, solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, no key, but u...
Brass
Early 19th Century English Hunt-Board or Sideboard
Located in Manhasset, NY
Early 19th century English hunt-board or sideboard in the Queen Ann taste. This wonderfully crafted tenon and mortise sideboard is simply stunning. The sleek and seemingly timeless l...
Wood
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H 32 in W 40 in L 32 in
Pennsylvania House Queen Anne Solid Cherry Flip Top Buffet Server Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Pennsylvania House flip top cherry buffet or server. Features 18th century design made of solid cherry construction with traditional Queen Anne styling, raised panel cabinet ...
Cherry
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H 31.25 in W 36.25 in D 18.25 in
1987 Pennsylvania House Independence Hall Queen Anne Cherry Lowboy Server Chest
Located in Dayton, OH
Penn House Indpendance Hall lowboy buffet or server item # 11-1581, circa 1987. Features Queen Anne styling with cabriole legs and pad feet. includes four drawers, dovetailed constru...
Cherry