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Origin and history

The hotel of Clermont-Tonnerre is a Parisian mansion built between 1713 and 1716 by the architect Claude-Nicolas Lepas-Dubuisson for the Seminar of Foreign Missions. Located at 118 rue du Bac (7th arrondissement), it illustrates the Regency style, with a carved portal, harmonious facades and an adjoining garden. Its architectural integrity, including a large staircase and a vestibule, makes it a rare testimony of this period.

At the Revolution, the hotel was confiscated and sold in the early 19th century. He changed hands several times, including a musical salon held by pianist Juliette Mante-Rostand (1872–1956), sister of Edmond Rostand. In 1991 and 1997, its interior and exterior elements were protected as historical monuments. Repurchased in 2014 by François Pinault for 52 million euros.

The neighbouring hotel (no. 120), identical, was built simultaneously (1713–1715) by the same architect and decorated by the sculptors Dupin and Toro. The large living room retains an 18th century decor, perhaps from the hotel of Romans (Boulevard Saint-Denis). The street portal, decorated with an allegory carved by Louis Dupain, highlights its prestige.

Partially classified in 1997 (falls, roofs, stairs) and registered in 1991 (indoors), the hotel now belongs to a private company. Its history reflects the changes in Paris, from religious missions to artistic exhibitions, to contemporary real estate speculation.

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