The Lost Code

Daybed

Circa 1860
Varnished walnut, damask cotton
H. 90 cm
L. 2 m
As its name indicates, this elegant seat with neorococo-style tufted backrest allowed ladies in particular to rest during the day. In Québec it was also known as a récamier in reference to Jacques-Louis David's famous portrait of Juliette Récamier resting on a chaise longue.
Seigneurie des Aulnaies Collection

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