Hôtel d'Alluye, Renaissance private mansion in Blois, France.
The Hôtel d'Alluye is a private residence in Blois displaying a blend of Gothic and Renaissance architectural styles in its design. The building combines stone and brick construction with a courtyard facade that seamlessly integrates both periods into its structure.
Between 1498 and 1508, Florimond Robertet, secretary to King Louis XII, commissioned this residence and named it after his barony of Alluyes. The construction reflects the architectural transition between the late medieval period and the early modern era.
The mansion displays Renaissance ornaments such as an ancient Greek-engraved fireplace in the south wing and three decorative medallions in the courtyard masonry. These embellishments reflect the refined taste and learning that wealthy households cultivated during the time of its creation.
The property sits on Rue Saint-Honoré and remains a private residence, though the courtyard opens to the public during European Heritage Days events. Visitors should plan ahead to check when these special openings occur to gain access.
A significant portion of the original structure disappeared between the 17th and 19th centuries when the north and west wings were demolished. Marble columns salvaged from these sections were repurposed for other buildings elsewhere.
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