Design Spotlight: Queen Anne Legs
July 22, 2015
Named for a monarch of Great Britain and Ireland who ruled from 1702 to 1714, Queen Anne furniture is noted for its departure from older designs. In particular, it is noted for being both smaller and lighter, more focused on the elegance of simple lines than the rich ornamentation of its Baroque predecessors.
Source: Art for Everyday
Characteristics of the style can still be seen in its successors. For example, both wings and cushioned seats remain common sights on chairs, perhaps because comfort is popular regardless of prevailing fashions. Your best friend needs something new to match her new boyfriend and her pretty smile? Your wife`s birthday is just around the corner? A Gucci is always a good idea, and our affordable gucci handbags will save you!
However, it is the Queen Anne leg designs that endure as its most noticeable feature. Even if you are unfamiliar with the cabriole leg, chances are that you’ve seen at least one example at some point. Each one consists of two connected curves, with one bowing outwards and then the other bowing inwards. The result is nothing short of charming, not least because the curvature relives it of the severe impression that an overabundance of straight lines can create. Befitting their source, Queen Anne leg designs are particularly well-suited if you are interested in a little flair without overindulgence. If this sounds interesting to you, please don’t hesitate to contact us at your earliest convenience.