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Origin and history

The building located at 36 de la Canebière, in the 1st arrondissement of Marseille, is a building whose facade has been inscribed as historical monuments. This official protection, granted by ministerial decree, dated 6 December 1949. The building illustrates the typical architecture of the Canebière, an emblematic artery of the city, marked by a mixture of eclectic and Haussmannian styles.

The Canebière, the major axis of Marseille, experienced intense urban development from the 19th century onwards, becoming a symbol of the modernity and economic dynamism of the Phocéan city. The buildings that border it, like number 36, reflect this period of transformation, when architecture had to combine aesthetics and functionality to meet the needs of a growing population.

No information is available about architects, original owners or specific historical events related to this building outside of its heritage protection. The façade, a protected element, is a testament to the architectural heritage of Marseille, which is now preserved despite successive urban developments.

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