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Origin and history

The building at 14 avenue du Maréchal-Joffre in Mulhouse is a building representative of 19th-century civil architecture. Built during the 2nd quarter of the 19th century, it illustrates the urban development of Mulhouse, then in full industrial and economic expansion. Its architectural style reflects the local influences and construction techniques of the period, with characteristic facades and roofs that were protected for their heritage value.

The building was listed as historic monuments by order of 9 July 1986, recognizing its importance in the built heritage of the region. Protected elements specifically include facades and roofs, as indicated in the Merimée base. This building is also associated with local figures such as Jean Geoffroy Stotz, prime contractor, and Felix Fries, architect, who contributed to its design. The precise location of the building, confirmed by administrative data, makes it a point of interest in the urban landscape of Mulhouse.

The Mulhusian region, integrated into the East, has had a history marked by intense cultural and economic exchanges, especially because of its geographical location. The buildings of this period, such as the avenue du Maréchal-Joffre, bear witness to this historical richness and the evolution of lifestyles in the 19th century. Their preservation makes it possible to understand the social organization and activities of the time, where civilian buildings played a central role in the daily life and prestige of developing cities.

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