Heritage classified

Origin and history

The building at 4 rue d'Aboukir in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris dates from the 2nd quarter of the 19th century. This building, representative of the Parisian civil architecture of that time, is distinguished by its facade decorated with statues housed in niches. Its style reflects the aesthetic and urban codes in vogue under the monarchy of July or the beginnings of the Second Republic, periods marked by a rapid transformation of the capital under the impulse of public authorities and private promoters.

The protection of this building as a Historic Monument dates back to a decree of 13 April 1928, which specifically concerns its façade on street, including statues of niches. This ranking illustrates the desire to preserve architectural elements characteristic of the Parisian heritage, as the city undergoes major urban changes in the 20th century. Today, the building is home to public institutions, including the General Inspectorate of the Administration and the Archaeology Department, highlighting its roots in contemporary French administration.

The precise coordinates of the building, available via databases such as Mérimée, confirm its exact address in Paris, in a central district known for its dense urban fabric and its history related to commerce and administration. The location is considered "a priori satisfactory" (level 6 of 10), which allows a clear identification of the monument despite the absence of perfect geometric details. No information is provided on its accessibility to the public, whether for visits, rentals or accommodation.

Available sources, such as the Monumentum platform, mention this building without providing anecdotes or details about its historical occupants. The internal data complement this information by confirming its current administrative status and heritage value. The associated photo, licensed Creative Commons and credited to Rémi Mathis, offers a visual of the building, but no other iconographic or archival material is cited in the sources consulted.

The Insee code of the commune (75102) and the Île-de-France region recall that this monument is part of a territory with a high concentration of heritage, where 19th century buildings often play a role both residential, administrative and symbolic. Their preservation contributes to the collective memory of Paris, a city where urban and architectural history overlap over centuries.

No historical character or sponsor is explicitly associated with this building in available sources. Similarly, the precise circumstances of its construction, such as the name of the architect or the initial owners, are not documented. Only contemporary uses and the protection of its facade offer concrete benchmarks to understand its importance in the Parisian landscape.

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