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Origin and history

The building located at the 68-72 quai des Orfèvres, in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, is a building whose origins date back to the first half of the 17th century, with significant changes in the 18th century. Its facades and roofs, characteristic of these architectural periods, were protected by a registration order under the Historical Monuments on 20 September 1950. This classification reflects the heritage value of the building, although its precise location on the current maps remains approximate (accuracy note: 5/10 according to the Merimée base).

The Quai des Orfèvres, where this building stands, is an emblematic place in Paris, historically linked to artisan corporations and judicial institutions. In the modern era (17th-15th centuries), this area concentrated on economic and residential activities, reflecting the dynamism of the capital. The buildings of this period, often redesigned, illustrate the evolution of architectural styles between classicism and rococo, while serving as a framework for the daily life of Parisians.

Available sources, including the Monumentum database and the Mérimée data, highlight the importance of this building in the Parisian urban landscape. Although little detailed information is available on its specific history, its listing as Historic Monuments in 1950 attests to its heritage interest. No mention is made of an opening to the public, of a museum or tourist vocation, suggesting probably a contemporary residential or institutional use.

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