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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.
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