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The Honey Marchand, located at 24 rue Vignon in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, is a remarkable frontage classified as Historic Monument since 1984. Made in the 2nd quarter of the 20th century (circa 1930), it adorns the facade of a 19th-century building where the House of Honey, founded in 1898, was installed. The carved wooden decor, painted in false marble and enhanced with gilding, features bee bas-reliefs on a sun background, symbols of beekeeping activity. The interior, although without exceptional peculiarity, still retains its original function of honey trade.

The official protection concerns only the front, registered by order of 23 May 1984 for its heritage and artistic interest. This type of sign illustrates the evolution of Parisian shops at the beginning of the 20th century, where handicrafts and local commerce were integrated into the Haussmannian urban fabric. The exact location, although documented (GPS coordinates and Mérimée address), remains approximate according to available sources, with an estimated accuracy of 6/10.

Owned by a private company, the place is not open to visit outside its commercial activity. Sources mention a Creative Commons license for photographs (MOSSOT credit), but no further details on any subsequent restorations or modifications are provided. The monument thus bears witness to the sustainability of traditional trades in a Paris in full modernization, between 19th century heritage and 1930s innovations.

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