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.
$1,336Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair Burr Walnut Drop Leaf Bedside Cupboards/tables
Located in Dereham, GB
Pair Queen Anne Style Burr Walnut Drop Leaf Bedside Cupboards Circa 1930s, Drop Leaf tops with pull-out slides each side to support the tops, Open Compartment at top, Single at B...
Walnut
$1,752Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair Walnut Queen Anne style Bedside Cupboards circa 1930s
Located in Dereham, GB
Pair Walnut Queen Anne style Bedside Cupboards circa 1930s Figured walnut tops with thumb mould edge. single drawer on top. Single door with Queen Anne Style mould Arch detail Wo...
Walnut
Queen Anne Walnut Corner Cupboard with Beveled Mirror Plate
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A truly remarkable find in original condition. To the door a shaped soft beveled mirror plate is framed by a cross-grain molding of typical Queen Anne design which is further cross...
Walnut
Queen Anne Corner Cupboard
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A superb and rare Queen Anne (1702-1714) dome top break-arch corner cupboard, mounted with carved giltwood finials. When you start to break down the details deployed by the design...
Walnut
$890
H 28.55 in W 15.56 in D 15.56 in
STUNNING ViNTAGE BURR WALNUT BEDSIDE CUPBOARD OR LAMP END WINE TABLE VERY NICE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning burr walnut Waring & Gillow bedside lamp wine table or cupboa...
Walnut
$1,294Sale Price|30% Off
H 37.8 in W 33.86 in D 17.72 in
Stunning Burr Yew Wood TV Media Cupboard Designed to House Television & Boxes
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Burr Yew wood TV cupboard with bi folding doors A good looking and well made piece, designed to h...
Yew
$14,900
H 21.26 in W 18.12 in D 17.72 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-09-A Bedside cupboard / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
This item is raw and sturdy. Its rugged textures and bold lines define that radical character. Its presence is uncompromising and captivating. Here we see the principle of the Japan...
Teak
$3,885
H 89 in W 41 in D 27 in
Large 18th Century Continental Painted Corner Cupboard with Bowfront & Painted S
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large 18th Century Continental Painted Corner Cupboard with Bowfront & Painted Scenes
Paint
19th Century Walnut Jelly Cupboard
Located in Fall River, MA
Solid walnut with time-softened edges and a hand-worn patina, its design reflects the thoughtful simplicity of Shaker and colonial forms. Two framed panel doors open to generous stor...
Walnut
Art Deco Superior Quality Blonde Walnut Cupboard, circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
A real treasure from the 1930s is this Art Deco cupboard. Originally a bedroom piece with two very spacious, very generously sized open shelves with a sectioned area at the base for shoes. However this piece would also lend itself very well as a piece of office furniture. On first viewing this piece one can't not be impressed by the obvious quality and size, made from solid mahogany for the carcass with bleached blonde walnut...
Chrome
$1,318Sale Price|55% Off
H 66.54 in W 37.01 in D 20.48 in
Biedermeier Elm Corner Cupboard, Antique German, 1830, Warm Patina
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Beautiful Biedermeier elm corner cupboard with authentic antique warm patina.
Wood, Elm
Early 19th Century Swedish Pine Corner Cabinet Cupboard
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the incredible aged patina of the pine that draws one to this traditional Swedish corner cupboard. The interior is painted a soft green, creating a contrast to whatever you cho...
Pine, Paint
Scandinavian Style Linen Cupboard
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th C painted scandinavian style linen with interior fitted slidding trays. 1820
Pine
$11,500Sale Price|37% Off
H 79 in W 43 in D 22 in
19th Century Original Painted Corner Cupboard from Pennsylvania, 2 Pcs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th Century super rare original painted two-piece corner cupboard from Pennsylvania. Amazing dental crown molding and dovetailed case. This folky spotted undisturbed surface corner ...
Pine
$40,000
H 96 in W 47 in D 29 in
Elegant American Mahogany Satinwood Inlaid Corner Cupboard, Va , Circa 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
American Mahogany elegant corner cupboard with a centered urn scrolled inlaid pediment, original upper flanking glass hinged doors, fitted interior butterfly shelving, single centere...
Brass
$8,922
H 99.61 in W 37.41 in D 19.69 in
1850s Original Louis Philip Armoire Wardrobe Cupboard, Mirrored in Carved Walnut
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian 1850s original Louis Philip armoire wardrobe cupboard, bookcase , mirrored in carved walnut. Restored and polished to wax. On request, we can turn it into a wonderful display...
Mirror, Walnut
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H 64 in W 38 in D 15 in
Antique Victorian Queen Anne Walnut China Display Cabinet Curio Cupboard Hutch
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian china display hutch / bookcase / cupboard. Made of walnut featuring Queen Anne styling with shell design crown, serpentine f...
Walnut
Pair Burr Walnut Bedside Cupboards circa 1930s
Located in Dereham, GB
Pair Burr Walnut Bedside Cupboards circa 1930s Burr walnut veneer on tops & door fronts, Figured Walnut veneer on sides, Single door cupboards with open compartment on top 4 squat ...
Walnut
Walnut & Burr walnut Tallboy circa 1930s
By Maple & Co.
Located in Dereham, GB
Walnut & Burr walnut Serpentine shaped Tallboy circa 1930s Cornice with moulded edge & Dentil carved detail. Serpentine shaped front two doors with walnut & burr walnut oval panels W...
Walnut
Pair of Antique Burr Walnut Bedside Chests
Located in London, GB
A beautiful, quite large and very impressive pair of antique burr walnut chests on legs. They are in the Queen Anne style, they were made in England and date from around the 1930’s. ...
Walnut
Antique Burr Walnut Bedside Chest on Legs
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique chest of drawers on legs in burr walnut. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1920s-1930s. The quality is ex...
Walnut
Queen Anne Style Cupboard Mustard Speckled by Ira Yeager
By Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming 19th century mahogany cabinet or cupboard featuring a mustard yellow lacquer speckled finish by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938...
Brass
Pair of Antique Burr Walnut Bedside Cabinets
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique bedside cabinets in burr walnut. They were made in England, and date from the 1930’s. They are beautifully...
Walnut
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H 85.5 in W 60 in D 16 in
Mid Century Harden Solid Cherry Queen Anne Breakfront China Display Cabinet 1958
Located in Dayton, OH
"A lovely traditional Queen Anne Style breakfront by Harden Furniture. Made from cherry with a large upper display case featuring 3 glass shelves, a dentil carved molding and open pediment. Lower section is centered by three dovetailed drawers that are flanked by outer cabinets for china storage...
Glass, Cherry
Exceptional Queen Anne Burr Walnut Tallboy
Located in Lymington, GB
A remarkable English Queen Anne period burr walnut tallboy, ca 1710. From a private Scottish estate. This provenance adds further weight to its Ma...
Walnut
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H 37.01 in W 22.84 in D 15.75 in
Early 18th Century Queen Anne/George I Japanned Chinoiserie Corner Cupboard
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A very atmospheric and original Queen Anne to George I black japanned chinoiserie corner cupboard. England, circa 1720-1740 The exterior is decorated in naive chinoiserie scenes d...
Oak
Serpentine Front Carved Leg Queen Ann Dresser in Burl Walnut
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Stunning burl walnut grain outstanding serpentine front carved legs dresser four drawers dresser bachelor chest w/ solid brass drop pulls.
Burl
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H 78.5 in W 16 in D 61.25 in
Pennsylvania House Cherry Queen Anne Breakfront China Display Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
Pennsylvania House solid cherry two-piece break front illuminated china cabinet. Features adjustable shelves and two dovetailed drawers with a silverware cloth. Includes plate groove...
Glass, Cherry