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Origin and history

The house located at 62 rue Chaudrier in La Rochelle is an emblematic 18th century building, marked by a civil architecture characteristic of this period. His arcade porches, typical of the urban buildings of the time, give him a strong visual identity. These architectural elements, often intended to house passersby or structure facades, reflect the social uses and aesthetic norms of the Enlightenment in urban areas.

Classified as a Historical Monument, this house was specifically protected for its arcades, inscribed by ministerial decree on 14 June 1928. This official recognition underscores the heritage value of these elements, which are witnesses to construction techniques and the architectural style in vogue in La Rochelle in the 18th century. The location of the building, in the historic centre of the city, reinforces its interest in the study of urban planning and daily life under the Old Regime.

The accuracy of its location, assessed as fair (note 5/10), indicates that its exact location may require further verification. Available sources, including the Merimée database and Monumentum data, confirm its administrative address and membership in the Charente-Maritime department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. The absence of information on its current use (visit, rental, etc.) limits the knowledge of its contemporary function, but its protected status guarantees its preservation for future generations.

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