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The building at 22 Pascal Street in Clermont-Ferrand is an 18th century architectural testimony. It is part of the city's urban history, where this once artisanal street became in the 16th century Rue des Nobles by welcoming anobli families through their administrative or judicial functions. The facade, typical of this period, is distinguished by its two floors surmounted by a protruding cornice, as well as a third floor with small windows opening onto the attic. The ground floor features a central forebody in rounded bosses, highlighted by a rectangular portal.

The first floor is rhythmized by three windows overlooking a wrought iron balcony supported by six working consoles. The balustrade, divided into decorative panels, combines palmette motifs, corrugated pistils and volutes, with a central panel decorated with bay gills framing a mysterious X. A triangular pediment, worn by fluted consoles, surmounts the gate, adding to the classic elegance of the ensemble. The façade, including the balcony, was classified as Historic Monument by order of 23 April 1965, recognizing its heritage value.

The building illustrates the social evolution of Clermont-Ferrand, where the rise of the bourgeoisie and the nobility of dress marked urban planning. Its architecture reflects 18th century aesthetic codes, combining symmetry, metallic ornaments and cut stone. Pascal Street, now emblematic, thus preserves the memory of a time when architectural prestige was used to display the status of its occupants.

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