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Origin and history

The house at 1 rue Royale in Orléans is an 18th-century building, typical of the civil architecture of this period. It is distinguished by its facade and roof, which have been the subject of successive protections under the Historical Monuments. The first inscription, in 1925, specifically concerned the façade on the dock and roof, while a second inscription in 1928 extended this protection to the entire facade and roof of the house.

The building is located in the centre of the town of Orléans, a commune in the Loiret department in the Centre-Val de Loire region. Its exact address, confirmed by the Merimée base, is 1 rue Royale, a location that suggests integration into the city's historic urban fabric. The accuracy of its geographical location is estimated to be "a priori satisfactory", according to the database criteria.

The protected elements of this house reflect the importance attached to the preservation of 18th century civil architectural heritage. The 1925 and 1928 inscriptions show an early desire to preserve the stylistic features of this period, including facades and roofs, often representative of the techniques and tastes of the era. No information is available on its current use, whether it be visits, rentals or accommodation.

The house is part of an urban context marked by the history of Orleans, a city whose architectural heritage covers centuries. In the 18th century, Orléans was a dynamic city, marked by river trade thanks to the Loire, and this house may have been linked to commercial or residential activities of the local elite. The buildings of this period were often designed to reflect the social status of their owners, with neat facades and quality materials.

The protection of this monument is part of a broader approach to the development of the Orléan heritage, which includes many listed or registered buildings. The Creative Commons license associated with the photo of the monument also indicates a willingness to share and disseminate images of this heritage, contributing to its reputation and collective preservation.

No information is available about any owners, architects or historic occupants of this house. The sources consulted, including Monumentum and internal data, also do not mention any specific anecdotes or events related to this building, limited to architectural and administrative descriptions.

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