•Queen Anne, 1725-1750
–Often called the "first modern furniture
period."
–Cabriole leg almost universal on all pieces with clean flowing lines.
–Windsor and Bannister chairs.
–Comfort and simplicity over ornament in all
designs.
–Primarily walnut, limited use of oak, pine, and ash. Mahogany towards the end of the period.
–Carving, when used, is simple and low in relief:
–Scalloped shell, which appears at the knees of cariole legs, the top of the chair rails, or the center of seat frames. Acanthus and floral motifs.