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The building located at 86 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 standardization of facades. Its classification as Historic Monument in 1974 underlines its heritage importance, especially for its facade and roof on street, elements protected by ministerial decree.

The construction of this building is in the context of the major works of Baron Haussmann, who transformed Paris under the Second Empire. These changes were aimed at modernizing the city, improving hygiene, traffic and urban aesthetics. The buildings of this time, often intended for an affluent bourgeoisie, reflect precise architectural know-how, combining functionality and elegance.

Joseph Emile Le Soufaché, the master architect identified for this project, helped shape this building according to the cannons of the time. Although little detailed information is available on the specifics of its creation, its name remains associated with this building, demonstrating its role in the 19th-century Parisian architectural landscape.

Today, the building is still located at the address indicated in the Merimée database, without clear indication of its accessibility to the public. Its location, noted as "passable" in terms of accuracy, nevertheless allows to situate it with relative accuracy in the current urban landscape. The Creative Commons license associated with a photograph of the monument facilitates its visual documentation, enhancing its heritage visibility.

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