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Origin and history

The house at 7 Albert I Street in La Rochelle is a building representative of 18th century domestic architecture. It is characterized by its porch arches, an architectural element typical of the urban houses of this period. These porches, often used to house passersby or shops, reflect the social and economic organization of the port city, where exchanges and collective life were central.

Classified as a Historical Monument, this house was specifically protected for its arcades, registered by order of 14 June 1928. This classification reflects the heritage value of these elements, which illustrate both the know-how of local artisans and the stylistic influences of the time. The location of the house, in downtown La Rochelle, reinforces its historical interest, the city being a major commercial hub since the Middle Ages.

The available data, notably from the Merimée database and Monumentum, underline the importance of this type of construction in the urban landscape of Rochelais. Although information on its precise use or historical occupants is lacking, its architecture and protection make it a remarkable example of the built heritage of New Aquitaine. The accuracy of its location is assessed as fair, which may indicate minor uncertainties about its exact location or park boundaries.

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