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The building at the 12 aisle of Port-Maillard in Nantes is a building built during the 3rd quarter of the 18th century. It is a typical example of the civil architecture of this period, marked by a sober and elegant style, characteristic of bourgeois constructions of the period. Its inscription in the inventory of historical monuments, by order of 2 July 1951, underscores its heritage value, notably for its facade overlooking the Place du Bouffay, an emblematic place in the historic centre of Nantes.

In the 18th century, Nantes was a booming port city, drawing its prosperity from maritime trade, including slave trade and trade with colonies. The buildings of that time often reflected the wealth of the shipowners and traders who lived there. This type of building, with its facades worked, served both as a residence and as a symbol of social status. The inscription of this building in 1951 is part of a desire to preserve the traces of this architectural and economic past.

The protected elements of the building are limited to its façade on Bouffay Square, according to available data. This partial protection is common for urban historic monuments, where heritage value often resides in elements visible from public space. No information is provided on any interior developments or an opening to the public, suggesting that its vocation remains primarily residential or private.

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