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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The building located at 41 rue Saint-Merri, in the 4th arrondissement of Paris, is a monument whose heritage value has been recognized by official protection. Its listing in the inventory of Historic Monuments specifically concerns the facade and roof overlooking the street, an aesthetic and historical choice formalized by ministerial decree. This preservation measure, which took place in 1974, underlines the architectural importance of the building in the Parisian urban fabric, although details of its history or its occupants remain absent from available sources.

The location of this building, in the historic district of Saint-Merri, places the monument at the heart of a district marked by a medieval and classical dense heritage. The 4th arrondissement, with its narrow streets and private hotels, illustrates the urban evolution of Paris since the Middle Ages. The buildings in this area, often protected for their facades, reflect successive architectural styles and adaptations to residential or commercial needs.

Their preservation contributes to the preservation of the collective memory and visual identity of the capital, without the systematic documentation of specific elements on their construction or initial use.

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