Queen Anne Chairs

A Queen Anne chair can add a romantic touch to any parlor or bedroom, whether your house is historic or modern. It's a graceful style that hasn't waned in popularity over the last few centuries. One of the most distinctive characteristics of Queen Anne furniture is the distinctive cabriole leg, a double curve with a concave upper section and a convex lower section, which helps to place your spine into a comfortable and relaxing position, and either claw-and-ball foot or paw-foot ends. Beautiful and evocative of their namesake, they complement any decor style and are a lovely addition to any living space. Their sturdy and comfortable nature makes them a great choice for use and aesthetically pleasing if not used. If you're contemplating buying one for your home, take a look at the collection of Queen Anne Chairs for sale at Bidsquare’s furniture auction. 

Social tea drinking in the Queen Anne period led to the creation of small movable tables and chairs as well as China cabinets. During Queen Anne's reign (1702-1714), professionals looked towards the continent for design inspiration, which led to a refined and elegant English architectural and interior design style. While revivals of the Queen Anne style appeared throughout more recent history, most Queen Anne furniture was created between 1725 and 1750. Characterized by graceful lines, comfort, and flexibility, the monarchical Queen Anne style of furniture, sometimes called late baroque furniture, gained popularity during the reign of Queen Anne. Also designed in the Queen Anne style were bookcases and secretaries. 

As a result of trade, Queen Anne furniture styles tended to be made from walnut in early American furniture. Some pieces were crafted from cherry or maple, but most were made from Caribbean imported mahogany in the middle of the 18th century.  There were many types of wood used in secondary pieces, such as pine, ash, beech, tulip, and cedar. Vintage Queen Anne chairs aren't as expensive as Antique Queen Anne Chairs from the 18th century. Aside from age and condition, the desirability of these pieces is also dependent on individual style.

If you'd like to inject a bit of history into your living room or office, a Queen Anne chair would be an excellent choice. With so many prints, patterns, textures, and colors available, you're sure to find a design that’ll bring your space to life. No matter whether you're lucky enough to own a piece from the 18th century or you've got to settle for a well-loved mid-century Queen Anne Chair piece, you can't go wrong with this design. Despite its influence on furniture styling, Queen Anne furniture eventually gave way to Chippendale furniture. Modern formal furniture design still incorporates touches of both styles - cabriole legs and pad feet remain popular and functional. For years to come, you will likely see many pieces with Queen Anne influences.

Quick Facts about Queen Anne Chairs

• The last of the Stuart monarchs, Anne (1665-1714) is remembered for bringing the War of Spanish Succession to an end and for achieving the union of England and Scotland in 1707.

• British colonies in North America were dominated by the Queen Anne style of furniture design.