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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The house at 26 rue Vivenel in Compiègne is a 19th century monument, typical of the civil architecture of this period. It is distinguished by its wooden vultures, decorative elements of the door dating from the Louis-Philippe period (1830-1848), which motivated its inscription as a Historic Monument by order of 26 June 1946. These architectural details reflect the sober and elegant style characteristic of this period of transition between classicism and eclecticism.

The building is located in the department of Oise, in the Hauts-de-France region, an area marked in the 19th century by urban development linked to industrialization and the proximity to Paris. The bourgeois houses of that time, like this one, often served as residences for local notables or wealthy families, illustrating the social status of their owners. Their preservation today offers a tangible testimony to Compiègne's urban and architectural history.

The accuracy of the current location is considered "passable" (note 5/10), with an address confirmed by both the Merimée base and GPS coordinates. Although the practical information on visits or contemporary uses (rental, guest rooms) is not specified, its status as a Historic Monument guarantees heritage protection. Available sources, including Monumentum, highlight its interest in wooden vultures, a rare and preserved example of early 19th-century carpentry.

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