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The Belle-Paule House is a historical monument located in Toulouse, in the Occitanie region. Built in the 17th century, it is distinguished by its Louis XIII style façade, entirely made of red bricks. Architectural details include wrought iron balconies, a walled gate with richly carved vantals, and a side door topped by an oval oculus and decorated with foliage sculptures. These elements reflect the Baroque and classical aesthetics of the period, typical of the urban dwellings of this period.

The façade of the Maison de la Belle-Paule, including its ironworks, was inscribed as a Historical Monument by order of 18 May 1925. This protection highlights its heritage importance, particularly for its representative architecture of the early seventeenth century. The exact address, 16 rue du Languedoc (formerly 4 rue Nazareth), confirms its anchoring in the historic centre of Toulouse, a city marked by a rich brick heritage.

Available sources, such as Monumentum, highlight the accuracy of its location as fair (note of 5/10), while providing photographic credits allocated to Didier Descouens under Creative Commons license. The building does not seem open to the visit, but its status as a Historic Monument makes it a point of architectural interest for the Toulouse heritage enthusiasts.

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