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The Charcot chalet, located at 29 George-Ier Street in Aix-les-Bains en Savoie, is an architectural complex composed of a main building and an annex. Built in 1882 according to the plans of the Geneva architect Antoine Gouy, it adopts a style inspired by Swiss chalets. The work, carried out in just three months, was designed to create a resort residence for Commander Jean-Baptiste Charcot and his family. This place, now partially classified as historical monuments, reflects the influence of Alpine and Mediterranean architectures.

The annex, built in 1896 by the company Léon Grosse after the plans of Jean Chevalley, has a marked Italian style. It housed a summer dining room and a work office, with interior decorations imported from Italy. This building was originally built for Léon Cléry, a Parisian lawyer, before being integrated into the Charcot estate. The property, located near the city centre and the thermal park, dominates a prestigious residential area of Aix-les-Bains.

The chalet Charcot illustrates the 19th century passion for elegant secondary residences, mixing local and foreign influences. Its eclectic architecture, combining Swiss and Italian elements, bears witness to the aesthetic tastes of the time. Ranked in 1986 for its facades, roofs, entrance gate and interior decorations, it remains a private property, preserving its historic character and exceptional setting.

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