“Did someone say ‘ironworks’?” Rue des Carrouges in Noisy-le-Sec might not house active forges today, but its very name echoes a time when the clang of hammer on metal rang through the air. Rue des Carrouges, you see, takes its name from a small town nestled in the Orne department of Normandy. This Carrouges, famous for its stunning castle, was also a hub for iron production for centuries. The Le Veneur family, lords of Carrouges from the 15th to the 19th centuries, built their fortunes on iron. This powerful family, known for their exquisite taste, left their mark not just on the town but on the history of French architecture and art. They employed the Gabriel family, a dynasty of Norman artists, to embellish their castle. It was one of the Gabriels’ first major projects, predating their work on the Palace of Versailles. So, as you stroll down Rue des Carrouges, let your imagination wander to those fiery forges and grand castles, reminders of a time when iron built fortunes and fueled artistic endeavors.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to