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The Hotel Thirioux d'Arconville is a historic monument located at 22 rue des Quatre-Fils in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris. Built in the 18th century, it embodies the aristocratic residential architecture of this period, marked by elegant facades and refined interiors. Although little detailed information is available on its history, its inscription under the title of Historic Monuments underscores its heritage importance, especially for its wrought iron staircase ramp, protected since 1961.

The location of the hotel, in the Marais, a district then undergoing urban transformation, reflects the social prestige of its owners. At this time, Paris experienced a major architectural boom, with the construction of many private hotels for the aristocracy and the rising bourgeoisie. These residences served both as places of life and representation, illustrating the status and power of their occupants. The Thirioux Hotel of Arconville is part of this context, although the archives do not specify its exact use or its historical occupants.

The protection of the iron stair ramp forged by ministerial decree in 1961 reflects the artistic value of this element, typical of the know-how of 18th-century artisans. This type of ornamentation, often commissioned by the elite, symbolized the luxury and technical innovation of the time. Today, the hotel remains a preserved example of this heritage, although its access to the public or current uses are not documented in available sources.

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