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The house located at 68 rue Condorcet, in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, is an emblematic achievement of the architect Eugène Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc. Built in 1860, it illustrates its innovative architectural style, combining medieval influences and modernity. This building, where Viollet-le-Duc lived from 1862 until his death in 1879, bears witness to his creative genius and his major role in the restoration of French heritage.

Classified as a Historic Monument, the house has been distinguished by its protected elements since 2014: facades, roofs, coach pass with its painted decor, entrance hall, main staircase and service staircase. These architectural details, such as painted decorations and pavement, reflect Viollet-le-Duc's meticulous attention to aesthetics and functionality. The building remains a rare example of its residential work in Paris.

The exact address, 68 Condorcet Street, is confirmed by the Merimée base, although GPS coordinates sometimes suggest a location close to 64 on the same street. This minor shift (noted with a 'satisfactory' 7/10 accuracy) does not alter the historic significance of the site. The house, although not open to the public in a systematic manner, embodies Viollet-le-Duc's legacy in the 19th century Parisian landscape.

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