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Maison Bouret is an emblematic building located at 65 rue de la Ravinelle in Nancy, in the department of Meurthe-et-Moselle (region Grand Est, former Lorraine). Built in 1887 for Émile Bouret, manufacturer of heating appliances, it embodies the eclectic architecture of the late 19th century, mixing 17th century influences and various materials such as stone, brick and ceramic. Its style reflects the bourgeois tastes of the industrial era, where technical innovation came back to classical forms.

The façade and roof on the street, as well as the entrance hall, were inscribed in the historical monuments by order of 27 October 1995. This classification highlights the heritage value of the building, a witness to Nancy's urban and artisanal history. The house is located in a district marked by the Lorraine industrial boom, where sponsors like Bouret, local entrepreneurs, shaped the architectural landscape with both functional and ostentatious residences.

The choice of an eclectic style, dominated by references in the 17th century, illustrates a tendency of the time to draw from the past to affirm a social status. The materials used – stone for the nobility, brick for solidity, ceramic for ornamentation – symbolize this duality between tradition and modernity. Today, Bouret House remains a remarkable example of the heritage of the Netherlands, linked to the golden age of the Lorraine industry and the emergence of an entrepreneurial bourgeoisie.

Although sources mention its precise address and protection, little information is available on its current use (visits, rentals, etc.). Its state of conservation and accessibility are not detailed, but its inscription as historical monuments guarantees the preservation of its original structure.

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