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The building at 84 boulevard Malesherbes, in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, dates from the 3rd quarter of the 19th century. This building illustrates the Haussmannian architecture typical of the period, marked by elegant facades and neat roofs. It was designed by Joseph Emile Le Soufaché, a project manager whose name remains associated with this project. The quality of its construction led to its classification as Historic Monument by decree of 29 July 1974, specifically protecting its facade and roof on street.

The location of the building, in a central and prestigious district of Paris, reflects the intense urbanization of the capital under the Second Empire and the first decades of the Third Republic. At that time, the Boulevard Malesherbes, designed as part of the Haussmannian major works, welcomed an easy bourgeoisie and dynamic commercial activities. The buildings of this period were often intended for a wealthy clientele, combining luxurious housing and sometimes spaces dedicated to commerce or offices.

Today, the building belongs to a private company, which limits public access to its internal parts. However, its classified façade offers a tangible testimony to the architectural aesthetics of the 19th century in Paris, with its wrought iron balconies, its size stones and its harmonious proportions. The accuracy of its location in the Merimée base is assessed as passable (note 5/10), indicating a confirmed address but without ultra-precision geometric details.

The available sources, including Monumentum and the internal data from the Merimée database, highlight the heritage importance of this building. Although little documented by detailed archives, its ranking attests to its historical and artistic value. The associated photography, licensed under Creative Commons (credit: kenobi75), allows visual appreciation of its architectural features, complementing textual information.

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