House à La Rochelle en Charente-Maritime

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Heritage classified

Origin and history

This house, located at 3 rue Saint-Jean in La Rochelle, dates from the 3rd quarter of the 17th century. It is representative of the civil architecture of this period in the region, marked by increasing urban development and classical stylistic influences. In particular, the building is distinguished by its arcade, an architectural element protected by a decree of inscription under the title of Historical Monuments in 1928.

La Rochelle, the major port of the Atlantic in the modern era, was then prosperous with maritime trade, especially with the colonies. The bourgeois houses, like this one, reflected the social status of their owners, often merchants or shipowners. Their stone construction and their sober yet elegant decoration testify to the resources available and the tastes of the local elite.

Available information indicates that the exact location of this monument is approximate, with an accuracy considered "passible" (note 5/10). The official address recorded at the Mérimée base corresponds to 3 rue Saint-Jean, although GPS coordinates suggest a nearby location at 3 rue Saint-Jean du Pérot. No information is provided on its current accessibility or use (visit, rental, etc.).

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