Construction of the mansion 1578-1618 (≈ 1598)
Construction period for François Rouze.
10 février 1961
Historical monument classification
Historical monument classification 10 février 1961 (≈ 1961)
Protection of facades and roofs.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Facades and roofs (Case F 473): classification by decree of 10 February 1961
Key figures
François Roize - Goldsmith and sponsor
Owner and builder of the building.
Nicole Boulanger - Wife of François Rouze
Co-commander of the house.
Origin and history
The Maison de l'Orfèvre is a 16th-century mansion located in Troyes, 9 rue Champeaux, in the Aube department. It is distinguished by its Renaissance architecture, including its turret supported by three wildlife sculptures. This emblematic monument of the Troyan heritage is a testimony of the art of living of local elites at the end of the 16th century.
Built between 1578 and 1618 for François Rouze, a professional goldsmith, and his wife Nicole Boulanger, this residence reflects the high social status of its sponsors. The building combines refined decorative elements, typical of the period, with a functional structure adapted to the artisanal and residential activities of the period.
The Maison de l'Orfèvre is classified as a historical monument by order of 10 February 1961. Its location at the corner of Mole and Champeaux streets, in the historic centre of Troyes, makes it a major point of interest for visitors exploring the architectural heritage of the city.
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