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The Boucherie Market, also known as Grande Boucherie or Salle Dedieu, is a historic monument located in Arles, in the Bouches-du-Rhône department. This building, whose official address is 14 rue de Gride and rue du Quatre-Septembre, is known for its protected architectural elements, including the sculptures of its façade. The latter, integrated into the new fish store, were classified by decree on 12 December 1922, while the entire facade (including sculptures) was inscribed by decree on 7 March 1938.

The supervisor associated with this monument is identified as Dedieu, although little additional information on his role or period of intervention is available. The building now belongs to the town of Arles. Its location, although documented, is considered approximate, with an accuracy estimated at 5/10 according to the available data. Sources also mention an alternative GPS address, 10 Rue Reattu, perhaps reflecting historical adjustments or geolocation errors.

Covered markets, such as Grand Boucherie, played a central role in the daily life of Provençal cities. In Arles, as in other Mediterranean cities, these places served not only for the food trade, but also for social and economic gathering points. The protection of sculptures on the façade underlines the artistic and heritage importance of these buildings, often linked to local identity. In a wider context, markets reflected the economic organization and social hierarchies of the time, where artisans, traders and residents interacted in a common space.

The Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, and more particularly Arles, has always been a cultural and commercial hub. Monuments like Grand Boucherie bear witness to this history, mixing Roman, medieval and modern influences. Their preservation allows us to understand urban evolution and social practices throughout the centuries, even when specific archives are lacking to trace their detailed history.

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