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The Ceramic Hotel is an emblematic building of Parisian Art Nouveau, built in 1904 by architect Jules Lavirotte. Located at 34 avenue de Wagram in the 8th arrondissement, it is distinguished by its facade covered with flaming sandstone, a ceramic material that gives it its name. The building, made of reinforced concrete, has 57 rooms and won the Paris facade competition in 1905. Its decorative elements, such as the ceramics of Alexander Bigot and the sculptures of Camille Alaphilippe, illustrate the refinement of this artistic period.

The protection of the Ceramic Hotel as a historical monument took place in 1964, with the inscription of its facade and roof on the street. This building bears witness to the technical innovation of its time, combining modern concrete structure and Art Nouveau ornaments. Its current average price (133 euros) reflects its status as both historical and still active establishment, thus preserving a unique architectural heritage in the Parisian landscape.

The hotel is part of an urban context that was undergoing transformation at the beginning of the 20th century, where Paris saw the emergence of bold constructions combining art and industrialization. The facade contest, created to embellish the city, encourages architects to compete with creativity, as evidenced by this award-winning achievement. Today, the Ceramic Hotel remains a notable example of this dynamic, attracting both its history and its preserved aesthetics.

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