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.
Vintage Queen Anne Style Mahogany Serpentine Gallery Tea Candle Tray Table 30"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage solid mahogany Queen Anne style tea table or side table, including graceful cabriole legs with slipper feet, serpentine apron and a raised gallery top. The table includes tw...
Mahogany
19th Century Irish Queen Ann-Style Library Table in Mahogany w/ Carved Scallops
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
An exquisite Irish library table in fine mahogany dating from the first half of the 1800s in the Queen Anne revival style with exceptional carvings...
Mahogany
English 18th Century Walnut Queen Anne Tea Table
Located in Milford, NH
A great example of an 18th century English Queen Anne one drawer tea table with molded edge rectangular top, decorative period drawer pull, and nicely shaped skirt, all supported by ...
Brass
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
Queen Anne Councill Craftsmen Flame Mahogany Inlaid & Banded Lowboy 20th Century
By Councill
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Queen Anne style server custom handcrafted by Councill Craftsmen offers flame mahogany construction with cabinet having three cross banded drawers surmounted by satinwood inlaid to...
Mahogany, Satinwood
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
Kittinger Colonial Williamsburg Queen Anne Mahogany Revolving Server, 20th C
By Kittinger
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Kittinger Colonial Williamsburg Queen Anne style revolving server offers mahogany construction in hexagonal form with upper and lower plat...
Wood, Mahogany
English Queen Anne Mahogany Serpentine One Drawer Tea Table Orig. Brasses C 1740
Located in Charleston, SC
English Queen Anne mahogany one drawer tea table with a one board serpentine edge top, original brasses, trumpet knees, and resting on cabriole legs with pad feet. Secondary wood is ...
Brass
Kittinger Colonial Williamsburg Mahogany Queen Anne Style Tea Table
By Kittinger Furniture Company
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Kittinger Colonial Williamsburg Mahogany Queen Anne Style Tea Table Dimensions : 30.5" Wide X 19.5" Deep X 26.5" Tall This tear table...
Mahogany
English George III Mahogany Queen Anne Style Circular Revolving Dumb Waiter
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Fine antique English George III mahogany queen Anne style two-tier circular revolving dumb waiter Please note original Georgian pad feet with "jester" toes and original casters b...
Mahogany
19th Century English Regency Mahogany Serving Table
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th Century English Regency mahogany serving table. This table is of high regency form. It has an inverted breakfront outline, the two ends set forward from the centre. At the fro...
Mahogany
Queen Anne Style Vintage Mahogany Extending Dining Table
Located in Astoria, NY
Queen Anne Style Mahogany Extending Dining Table, with three leaves above six cabriole legs, marked "Watertown Brothers Slide Co." to underside. Closed: 30.5" H x 60" W x 46" D; ope...
Mahogany
George II Mahogany Scalloped Tripod Table
Located in Lymington, GB
A rare George II-period mahogany scalloped-top tripod table. Mid-18th century, circa 1740-1750. The carved, lobed-edge, one-piece top is supported on a birdcage, tapering fluted col...
Mahogany
English George III Mahogany Queen Anne Style Circular Revolving Dumb Waiter
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Fine antique English George III mahogany queen Anne style two-tier circular revolving dumb waiter Please note original Georgian pad feet with "jester" toes and original casters b...
Mahogany
18th Century English Oak Console or Serving Table
Located in High Point, NC
18th century oak console table from England. The top has a beveled edge, following down to a hand carved apron with nulling decoration over h...
Oak
English Coaching Table with Serpentine Legs of Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A fine 19th century English coaching or field table (folding) of mahogany featuring elegant serpentine-shaped turning for the supports, with brass hinges and a handsome patina to the...
Metal
$2,664Sale Price|44% Off
H 30.5 in W 42 in D 19 in
19th Century Italian Carrara Marble and Iron Console from Lucca – Indoor/Outdoor
Located in IT
This 19th-century Italian Carrara marble and iron console, from Lucca, Italy, is a stunning piece of antique craftsmanship. The iron frame, with a touch of rust from outdoor use, com...
Marble, Iron
$3,950
H 29.5 in W 23.5 in D 17.5 in
George III Spider Leg Mahogany Silver/Tea Table with Scalloped Gallery, c1780
Located in valatie, NY
A George III Mahogany silver/tea table, c1780. The table base has four finely turned (spider) legs with cross stretchers and blocks at the joints. The table has an oblong, single boa...
Mahogany
$3,630
H 23.82 in W 40.16 in D 22.45 in
Fine 18th Century Antique English Queen Anne Style Walnut Low Side Table
Located in Nottingham, GB
A handsome 18th-century English low side table in the Queen Anne style, finely crafted from walnut and distinguished by its unusually low proportions, substantial cabriole legs and b...
Brass
$895
H 29 in W 22.5 in D 33.5 in
Antique Kittinger Colonial Williamsburg CW-27 Mahogany Drop Leaf Pembroke Table
By Kittinger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique Kittinger Colonial Williamsburg CW-27 Mahogany Drop Leaf Pembroke Table with ...
Mahogany
1970s Vintage Queen Anne Style Tea Table by Baker Furniture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Queen Anne style tea table with mirrored top made by Baker for their historical collection.
Wood
Antique English Mahogany Game / Tea Table
Located in Woodbury, CT
Constructed of solid mahogany, this flip-top tea table features a unique scrolled knee and trifid foot. Beautifully grained and bearing a rich, warm patina, this table would serve we...
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Round Tilt Top Side Lamp Breakfast Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Antique 19th century Round Tilt Top Side Lamp Breakfast Table.
Walnut
English Antique Burr Walnut Server Console Table, 1930s
Located in Norwich, England
An antique Queen Anne style burr figured walnut server/console table. circa 1930s. Delivery is INCLUDED in the price for all areas in MAINLAND England & Wales. Delivery is restric...
Walnut, Burl
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H 43 in W 25.5 in D 25.5 in
Antique Queen Anne 3 Tiered Mahogany Dumbwaiter Display Butler Table Stand
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th century three tiered dumbwaiter or butlers table. Made of mahogany featuring Queen Anne styling with a round tapered column and serpentine legs w slipper feet and castor...
Mahogany
Antique Burr Walnut Console / Server Table
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning antique walnut server table in the Queen Anne Style. This was made in England, it dates from the 1930’s and was most likely made by Hille of London...
Walnut
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H 29.5 in W 50 in D 15 in
Bassett Cherry Queen Anne 2 Tier Serpentine Sideboard Console Sofa Hall Table "
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage Bassett Furniture sofa table, sideboard or console. Made of cherry featuring Queen Anne styling with serpentine form an pad feet. ...
Cherry
Antique Burr Walnut Server Side Table
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous antique server side table in walnut, made in the Queen Anne style. This dates from the 1920-30’s, it was made in England by Epstein. The quality is amazing, with stunning...
Walnut
Antique Burr Walnut Queen Anne Style Console Server Table
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique side table of superb quality, with a concave shaped front and canted corners, beautifully made from solid and burr walnut. This dates from circa 1900-1920 period. ...
Walnut
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H 26.75 in W 24.5 in D 35.5 in
Antique 18th Century Maple Porringer Top Side Tea Table Queen Anne
Located in Dayton, OH
An equisite 18th century porringer top tea table. Made from maple with long tapered legs leading to pad feet.
Maple
Sold
H 34 in W 77.5 in D 22.25 in
Antique Colonial Williamsburg Kittinger Queen Anne Banded Mahogany Server, 20thC
By Kittinger
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Colonial Williamsburg Kittinger Queen Anne style server offers mahogany construction with three crossbanded drawers over shaped skirt and raised on cabriole legs, maker ma...
Metal
Sold
H 27 in W 35 in D 35 in
Antique Queen Anne English Mahogany Round Tilt Top Pedestal Accent Tea Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century round tilt top table in the manner of Queen Anne or Georgian Styling. Made of mahogany, featuring a tri leg pedestal base and turned baluster support. Measures: 35...
Mahogany
Antique Queen Anne Style Burr Walnut Server Table
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique Queen Anne style server table, beautifully made from walnut. This dates from circa 1930s. It has a gorgeous shape, with a serpentine front, carved edges and gal...
Walnut
Antique Burr Walnut Queen Anne Style Console Server Table
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique side table of superb quality, with a concave shaped front and canted corners, beautifully made from solid and burr walnut. This dates from circa 1900-1920 period. ...
Walnut