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The Maison Le Bouchon, located in Compiègne in the Hauts-de-France, is an emblematic monument dating from the seventeenth century. This building, whose facades and roofs have been protected since 1949, embodies the civil architecture of this period. Its registration as a Historic Monument underscores its heritage importance in the region.

The location of the Maison Le Bouchon is specified at 2 rue d'Austerlitz, in the city centre of Compiègne. Although sources indicate a priori satisfactory location accuracy, details of its historical use or occupants remain missing from the accessible archives. The house now belongs to the commune, but its current status (visitable, commendable, or private) is not specified.

The protected elements of the Maison Le Bouchon, namely its facades and roofs, were inscribed by ministerial decree on 22 August 1949. This protection reflects the architectural value of the building, typical of 17th century urban buildings in Picardie. No information is available on any changes or restorations after that date.

The historical context of Compiègne in the 17th century was marked by dynamic economic and social activity, linked to its strategic position between Paris and Flanders. Bourgeois houses, such as Le Bouchon House, testify to the prosperity of some local families, often involved in trade or crafts. These buildings served both as housing and as a place of work, reflecting the social organization of the period.

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