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Origin and history

The building located at 17 rue des Lombards, in the 4th arrondissement of Paris, is a representative 18th century civil building. Its construction is part of the urban development of the capital under the Ancien Régime, a period marked by the expansion of the central districts and the beautification of the facades. The architecture of this building reflects the aesthetic codes of the time, with particular attention to symmetry and ornaments.

Ranked a Historic Monument, this building has been partially protected since April 12, 1974, specifically covering its facade and roof on street. This heritage recognition underscores its architectural and historical interest in the Parisian landscape. The rue des Lombards, where it is located, is an emblematic artery of the Marais, a quarter rich in 17th and 18th century heritage.

Available data indicate an approximate location, with an accuracy considered fair (note 5/10). The exact address given in the Merimée base is 17 rue des Lombards, although GPS coordinates sometimes suggest number 19. This minor disparity illustrates the challenges of precise geolocation for ancient monuments in dense urban areas.

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