Design Dictionary: Queen Anne
Posted on February 3, 2012 by jbutler in Design Dictionary
Queen Anne’s reign might have ended in 1707, but her legacy lives on through every chair, secretary and china cupboard that is inspired by her iconic style.
Curvaceous features were a sign of wealth in the 1800s, and that build certainly carried over into Queen Anne-style furniture. Rich woods, soft lines and rotund-bodied furniture are benchmarks of this classical era that can still be seen today.
This Queen Anne Side Chair was recently highlighted for its parrot slat, but it also features the soft lines and curves indicative of Queen Anne style.
With its rich finish and rounded edges, the Greco China cabinet is another great example of a Queen Anne piece.
Queen Anne will forever be found in history books, as will the decadent furniture inspired by her personal style.