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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The building located at 120 rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honoré, in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, is a historical monument whose protection specifically concerns the facades on courtyard, adorned with bas-reliefs. These architectural elements were inscribed by ministerial decree on 7 November 1927, attesting to their heritage value. The building, now owned by a private company, illustrates Paris' urban heritage, although its current use (offices, housing, or other) is not specified in the available sources.

The location of the building, in an emblematic district of Paris, suggests a historical context linked to Haussmannian or pre-Hhaussmannian urbanization, although the exact period of construction is not mentioned. The rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honoré, known for its private hotels and bourgeois residences, reflects the architectural and social evolution of the French capital. The partial inscription of the building (only the facades) indicates a desire to preserve decorative elements representative of an era, without classifying the whole structure.

Available sources, including the Merimée and Monumentum base, highlight the importance of this heritage, but remain limited in its detailed history. The lack of details of its openness to the public or its current vocation (housing, offices, etc.) suggests private use, consistent with its status as a member property. The GPS location, although considered "passable" (note of 5/10), nevertheless clearly identifies the address as a point of heritage interest in the Parisian landscape.

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