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Origin and history

The building located at 44 rue Quincampoix, in the 4th arrondissement of Paris, is an iconic 18th century building. This building, whose façade and street roof have been protected since 1974, illustrates the civil architecture of this period in the capital. Its listing as Historic Monuments reflects its heritage interest, although details of its history or original occupants remain little documented in available sources.

Quincampoix Street, known for its trade and craft history from the Middle Ages, houses several ancient buildings. In the 18th century, Paris experienced an urban boom marked by the construction of relation buildings, often intended for a rising bourgeoisie. These buildings, like this one, reflect the aesthetic and functional norms of the era, with neat facades and interior distributions adapted to residential or commercial uses.

The inscription of the façade and roof by decree of 12 April 1974 underlines the architectural value of the building. This partial protection aims to preserve the elements visible from the public highway, characteristic of the 18th century style. No additional information is provided on any subsequent changes or historical characters associated with this site.

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