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  • The early 1700s marked the advent of a new style of furniture called Queen Anne furniture, named after the reign of Queen Anne. The style was a lighter, fanciful design approach to household pieces that quickly became popular.

    Characteristics

    Queen Anne furniture utilizes cabriole legs, fiddle-back chair backs, ball or drake feet (animal paws) and bat-wing drawer pulls.

    History

    The furniture appeared during the reign of Queen Anne over England from 1702 to 1714.

    Wood

    The most common wood used in Queen Anne furniture was walnut. Oak and beech were also popular alternatives.

    Significance

    Queen Anne furniture marked a change in furniture style from the simply functional 17th-century designs to more graceful and comfortable pieces.

    Popularity

    Queen Anne furniture became instantly popular in Britain, but was not accepted in America until 20 years later.

    Source:

    Furniture Styles: Queen Anne Furniture

    The Antiques Almanac: Queen Anne

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