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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The building located at 133 rue Saint-Martin in the 4th arrondissement of Paris is a 16th century monument. It is distinguished by its architecture characteristic of this period, although precise stylistic details are not mentioned in the available sources. The building was partially protected by an inscription under the Historical Monuments, specifically covering its facade and roof on street, by order of 12 April 1974.

The location of this building, in the historical district of the Marais, is part of an urban context marked by a dense concentration of architectural heritage. In modern times, the 4th arrondissement was a lively place of life, where artisans, merchants and bourgeois lived. The buildings of this period were often used as housing, workshops or shops, reflecting the economic and social activity of Paris.

Available sources, including the Merimée and Monumentum database, indicate that the accuracy of the location is considered fair (note of 5/10), without providing additional information on its history or occupants. The exact address, confirmed by official data, is 133 rue Saint-Martin, although a GPS approximation suggests number 135. No information is available on its accessibility to the public or on any current tourist vocation.

The protection of the facade and roof underscores the heritage importance of this building, typical of the Parisian civil constructions of the Renaissance. However, the archives consulted do not mention the name of the architect, the name of the historic owners, or the precise uses of the building over the centuries. This lack of detail limits the understanding of its exact role in local or national history.

The 1974 ranking is part of a period of increased awareness of the need to preserve the French built heritage, especially in the central districts of Paris. The 16th-century buildings, often remodeled in the following centuries, are rare witnesses of the urban planning of this period, before the major Haussmannian transformations. Their conservation allows us to study the evolution of construction techniques and urban lifestyles.

Finally, the Creative Commons license associated with Fabio Gargano's photo suggests that visual representations of the building are accessible, although the source text does not provide a direct link to these resources. The lack of data on the proposed visits or services indicates that the building could be a private property or a place not open to the public, without further details.

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