What is a queen anne style console?

A queen anne style console is a decorative side table featuring curved cabriole legs and typically finished in walnut or mahogany veneer. These tables were designed to sit against a wall in halls or living spaces, combining display utility with traditional revival craftsmanship.

How do I identify burr walnut?

Burr walnut is recognised by its dense, swirling grain patterns created by irregular tree growths. It provides a highly decorative surface on table tops. Cabinetmakers slice this wood into thin veneers to display the complex patterns across the face of the console.

Are these tables from the eighteenth century?

Most pieces listed date from later revival periods, including Edwardian and twentieth-century production, rather than the original eighteenth century. Makers of these eras revived earlier forms using traditional walnut and mahogany timbers. This revival craftsmanship offers the aesthetic of the period combined with the structural stability of twentieth-century manufacturing.

How should I place a console table?

A console table sits flat against a hallway or living room wall, often paired with a mirror or decorative object above. Folding card table variants can also be opened into the room for games. Keep walnut and mahogany pieces away from direct heat sources to protect the timber and veneer.