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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The house located at 89 rue Camille-Sauvageau (formerly rue Sainte-Croix) in Bordeaux is a representative example of 18th-century domestic architecture. Its façade, classified as a Historical Monument since 1941, is distinguished by the characteristic elements of this period: a carpentry door with a wrought iron imposte, finely wrought wrought iron balconies, and carved keys ornamenting all the bays. These details reflect the artisanal know-how and the taste for ornamentation that marked the bourgeois constructions of the time.

The building was partially protected by an order of 1 October 1941, specifically covering the façade and roof. This registration reflects the heritage value of this building, although its precise location is considered to be of poor accuracy (level 5/10 depending on the sources). The current address, 85 rue Camille Sauvageau, corresponds to approximate GPS coordinates, while the Merimée archives indicate number 89 for that same street. No information is available on its accessibility to the public or on any tourist vocation.

The 18th century of Bordeaux was a period of prosperity linked to maritime commerce, especially with the colonies. Houses of this time, like this one, were often built by local merchants or notables, reflecting their social status through careful architectural elements. Although the archives do not mention the sponsor or the historical occupants of this building, its style suggests an origin linked to the rising bourgeoisie of Bordeaux, then in full economic growth.

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