Date: 1691 - Period: Classical
Type : Private domestic architecture
Status : Private property partially listed on the Inventaire des Monuments historiques (1946)
Patron : François de Grille d'Estoublon
On the border of the Cavalerie and Cité districts, the Hôtel de Grille is one of the city's finest. It was built by a family of Genoese origin, enriched by trade and particularly enterprising. Many of its members often held the highest positions of local or regional power.
Built at the end of the 17th century, it is one of the most representative examples of the great classical architecture of the Louis XIV style. During this period, the noble families of Arles had considerably enlarged their landed estates, thanks to the sale of communal property by the town, which was heavily in debt.
So they built, or rebuilt, their sumptuous residences. The southern façade of the building, the most visible, dates from the following century.
A few years ago, the Hôtel de Grille underwent a particularly successful restoration, further anchoring its presence in the district's urban fabric.
The building's main facade, on the east side, suffers from the narrowness of the street to fully reveal its monumental character. The building has three levels, the highlight of which is the decoration of the central body.
Above a beautiful classical doorway, the window in the middle of the main floor is framed by two double columns. These support a strong cornice with modillions (small double scrolled brackets) separating the first two levels. On the top floor, still in the central section, pilasters support an elegant pediment. The decor is inspired by the Versailles architecture of the recently built Hôtel de Ville.
On the south side, the façade, terrace and lounges date from the 18th century. The interior still features a grand staircase dating from the late 17th century. The roof is bordered by a balustrade and fire pots.
Type : Private domestic architecture
Status : Private property partially listed on the Inventaire des Monuments historiques (1946)
Patron : François de Grille d'Estoublon
On the border of the Cavalerie and Cité districts, the Hôtel de Grille is one of the city's finest. It was built by a family of Genoese origin, enriched by trade and particularly enterprising. Many of its members often held the highest positions of local or regional power.
Built at the end of the 17th century, it is one of the most representative examples of the great classical architecture of the Louis XIV style. During this period, the noble families of Arles had considerably enlarged their landed estates, thanks to the sale of communal property by the town, which was heavily in debt.
So they built, or rebuilt, their sumptuous residences. The southern façade of the building, the most visible, dates from the following century.
A few years ago, the Hôtel de Grille underwent a particularly successful restoration, further anchoring its presence in the district's urban fabric.
The building's main facade, on the east side, suffers from the narrowness of the street to fully reveal its monumental character. The building has three levels, the highlight of which is the decoration of the central body.
Above a beautiful classical doorway, the window in the middle of the main floor is framed by two double columns. These support a strong cornice with modillions (small double scrolled brackets) separating the first two levels. On the top floor, still in the central section, pilasters support an elegant pediment. The decor is inspired by the Versailles architecture of the recently built Hôtel de Ville.
On the south side, the façade, terrace and lounges date from the 18th century. The interior still features a grand staircase dating from the late 17th century. The roof is bordered by a balustrade and fire pots.
Location
Location
- www.patrimoine.ville-arles.fr
Environment
Environment
- Town location
