“A magnificent slate roof, you say?” The Château Leroy stands before us, not quite as grand as you might imagine from my description. It’s true, this château, built in 1889 for Charles Isidore Leroy, once boasted a “beau toit d’ardoises”. Charles, the mastermind behind the famous Leroy wallpaper factories, spared no expense. He chose a plot of land that whispered of old grandeur, a part of the former Domaine de la Fontaine Sept Grains. It was a gift for his wife, Aline, from her family. Sadly, Aline barely had time to enjoy the grandeur of Château Leroy. She died young, at only 35, leaving Charles to oversee the estate. Charles, a man of impeccable taste, ensured the Château echoed his family’s legacy. Imagine intricate, hand-painted wallpaper adorning the walls, each room a testament to the artistry of the Leroy factories. Today, the Château Leroy serves a different purpose. It houses the 3rd Republican Security Company, their presence a reminder of the ever-changing tides of history.
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