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The building located at 88 boulevard Malesherbes, in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, is an emblematic building of the 3rd quarter of the 19th century. It illustrates the Haussmannian architecture typical of this period, marked by rapid urbanization and neat facades. Its location on a major boulevard reflects the importance of the major Parisian axes under the Second Empire and the Third Republic.

Ranked a Historic Monument by decree of 29 July 1974, this building is distinguished by its facade and roof on street, elements protected for their heritage value. The architect or architect identified is Joseph Emile Le Soufaché, whose name is associated with the construction of this building. The accuracy of its location is estimated as fair (note 5/10), based on available data.

The historical context of this building is part of a period when Paris is undergoing profound change, with the creation of large boulevards and high-class buildings. These buildings were designed to modernize the city while affirming a certain architectural prestige. The facades, often uniform, symbolized both order and elegance, characteristic of Parisian urbanism of the time.

The information available is mainly from the Merimée database and Monumentum, without further details on its current use (visit, rental, etc.). The exact address, confirmed by the GPS coordinates, corresponds to that given in the official archives, strengthening its anchor in the Parisian heritage.

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