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Origin and history

The Hotel de Laigue is a private hotel built between 1659 and 1660 by architect Pierre Le Muet, for the Marquis Geoffroy de Laigue, former camp aide of Louis XIII. Located at 16 rue Saint-Guillaume in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, it embodies the classical architecture of the Grand Siècle. Graved by Marot, it reflects the prestige of its sponsor and the know-how of the artisans of the time.

Acquired in 1664 by Jean-Philippe Berthier, Abbé de Senlis, the hotel underwent notable changes, including the addition of a wing on the garden with gallery and chapel. Left at the Hôtel-Dieu in 1667, he was hired and saw his portal redone in 1671. A new wing on the garden was built in 1772 for M. de Béthune, marking an architectural evolution in the 18th century.

Ranked a historic monument on 29 March 1928 for its support wall decorated with 18th century mascarons, the hotel was acquired in 1959 by Pierre David-Weill. Restored in 1967 under the direction of architect A. Dorel, he retained his facades, portal, courtyard, garden, staircase and interior decorations. Joined by literary figures such as Lamartine, Renan and Proust, he now belongs to the family of Michel David-Weill, former president of Lazard Bank.

The protected elements specifically include the support wall with mascarons, demonstrating the heritage importance of this place. Its history combines aristocracy, religion and culture, making it a symbol of Parisian heritage.

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