This enamel fire engine door is s standout on the dingy and heavily trafficked rue Richelieu. Not only does it have intricate grillwork on the door itself, but also the plaster cornice above the door is richly detailed. The apartment building was constructed in 1830 and nearby by is the lovely Moliere fountain.
28 bis Rue Richelieu, 75001
Metro: Palais Royal-Musee de Louvre
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WHAT A GLORIOUS ENTRANCE INTO THE SEASON ! THANKS FOR THE PHOTO .
Posted by: Ann | November 19, 2012 at 04:39 PM
wow, that is amazing! never noticed this door.
Posted by: Rosemary | November 19, 2012 at 04:42 PM
Fabulous! This gives my lace tablecloth a run for the money. How do they dust it?
Posted by: Jean(ne) in MN | November 19, 2012 at 04:53 PM
Wow!! I never walk down that street. Looks like I will next time! It's gorgeous!
Posted by: Cheryl | November 19, 2012 at 06:38 PM
Love this door!"
Posted by: layla | November 19, 2012 at 09:50 PM
We'll have to search this one out! Beautiul.
Posted by: Linda | November 20, 2012 at 06:47 AM