During the 18th century, the time period most recognized as the “Golden Age” of furniture making, there were five great English styles of furniture including the romantic Queen Anne style. Named after the famous queen who ruled England in the early 1700s, this style of furniture was most popular in the first half of the century and still influences designs today. Our next two Design Dictionary terms are reflections of this very elegant and luxurious style.
Knee
In a previous blog, we have talked about this period’s distinctive cabriole leg, an S-shaped curve resembling the leg of an animal. This design component is considered extremely practical and was quite common during the time period. More specifically, the “knee” of the chair is an element that is known to be the upper convex of a cabriole leg.
We love the beautifully rounded knee of our Royal Arm Chair, which mimics all of the delicate characteristics of the Queen Anne style. With its upholstered seat, combination of a cuffed and a trifad foot, richly finished and carved wood and the centrally carved shell motif, this chair looks majestic next to the Round Table from our At Home in Belle Maison collection.
Loveseat
A wide chair originally associated with Queen Anne style, the loveseat was created to accommodate women of the time period and their ample dresses. It was after crinoline and petticoats began to disappear from women’s’ wardrobes that extra seat space was discovered and lovers united! Here is our fresh and modern take on this timeless piece of furniture. Lovebirds, make yourselves at home. Get cozy on the Mackenzine Loveseat!
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