Cour de Rome, courtyard in Paris 8th arrondissement, France
The Cour de Rome is a small courtyard in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, located near Gare Saint-Lazare, with period buildings and cobblestone paving. The space is surrounded by late 19th-century structures featuring decorated facades with carved details that reflect the craftsmanship of that era.
The courtyard was built between 1885 and 1888 during the redesign of Gare Saint-Lazare and reflects the planning style of the late 19th century. Writer Raymond Queneau later used the station and surrounding area as a central setting for his 1947 work Exercices de style, which played with language and everyday scenes.
The courtyard takes its name from the nearby Rue de Rome, connecting the streets to famous places and maritime themes. The space serves as a passage for residents and travelers who appreciate the plain, functional character of the 19th-century buildings around it.
The courtyard is easily reached by several metro lines at Saint-Lazare station, which serves lines 3, 12, 13, and 14. The space is compact and walkable, with clear pathways and straightforward navigation through the area.
A modern sculpture called Consigne à vie by artist Arman depicts a stack of suitcases about 16 feet (5 meters) high, symbolizing journeys and the movement of people through the city. A new metro station entrance designed like a transparent glass bubble was added in 2003, bringing contemporary touch to the area.
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