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The Hotel Vilgruy, located at 9 rue François-Ier and 16 rue Jean-Goujon in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, is an emblematic monument of the 3rd quarter of the 19th century. Built in an architectural style representative of this period, it is distinguished by its facades, roofs, as well as its staircase and richly decorated living rooms. These elements, protected by a classification under the Historic Monuments since 1981, testify to the craftsmanship and aesthetic refinement of the period.

The hotel was designed by architect Henri Labrouste, a major figure in 19th century architecture, known for its innovative approach combining tradition and modernity. Today, Hotel Vilgruy belongs to a private company, which limits its access to the public, but its architectural and historical prestige remains intact. The location of the building, between rue François-Ier and rue Jean-Goujon, makes it a significant part of the Parisian landscape, in an area renowned for its Haussmann heritage.

The 1981 classification refers specifically to facades, roofs, the staircase with its ramp, as well as small and large living rooms and the dining room of the first and second floors, with their original décor. These protections underline the heritage importance of the building, both for its architecture and its interior, which reflects the luxury and elegance of the Parisian bourgeoisie of the Second Empire. The accuracy of its location, noted as "a priori satisfactory", makes it possible to clearly identify its location in the Parisian urban fabric.

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