Construction of hotel 1561 (≈ 1561)
Sponsored by Jean Maillard, Mayor of Dijon.
1889
Historical monument classification
Historical monument classification 1889 (≈ 1889)
Official protection of the building.
Début XXe siècle
Ground floor transformation
Ground floor transformation Début XXe siècle (≈ 2004)
Perceived for a shop.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Key figures
Jean Maillard - Mayor of Dijon (1560-1561)
Home sponsor.
Hugues Sambin - Comte architect and cabinetmaker
Author of carved facades.
Origin and history
The Maillard House, also known as Milsand House, is an iconic Renaissance mansion. Located at 38 rue des Forges, it is distinguished by its richly carved façade, typical of the sixteenth century. Ranked a historic monument in 1889, it illustrates Burgundy civil architecture of this time, mixing elegance and symbols of power.
Built in 1561 for Jean Maillard, then mayor of Dijon, the house reflects the influence of local elites. The upper facade and the inner courtyard are attributed to Hugues Sambin, a renowned cabinetmaker and architect. The latter, active between 1520 and 1601, marked the region with its adorned style, combining Renaissance motifs and craftsmanship.
At the beginning of the 20th century, modifications altered the ground floor: a wooden formwork was installed there to accommodate a shop, reflecting the adaptation of historic buildings to modern commercial needs. Despite these changes, the hotel retains a major heritage value, linked to its political and artistic history.
Today, Maillard House is part of the cultural landscape of Dijon, alongside other listed monuments. Its architecture and past make it a symbol of the transition between the Middle Ages and the modern era in Burgundy, attracting researchers and visitors interested in urban history and sculpted heritage.
