The Lost Code

Chair

18th century
Painted wood
H. 77.5 cm
W. 39 cm
D. 47 cm
This type of chair, whose rudimentary back is an extension of the rear legs, is well known in France, particularly in the Lorraine region. In Québec, they are called “île d'Orléans chairs” because they are typical of the island and neighboring region.
Parks Canada collection, Québec