House rented by French novelist Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) between 1840-1847. At the time, the house was set far from Paris and was appreciated for its…
Various furniture from houses owned by Balzac. The wooden mantelpiece is from the 17th and 18th centuries.
Various furniture from houses owned by Balzac. The wooden mantelpiece is from the 17th and 18th centuries.
Balzac's desk.
Balzac worked long hours and appreciated coffee.
Characters from La comédie humaine, a series of novels by Balzac.
Characters from La comédie humaine, a series of novels by Balzac.
Characters from La comédie humaine, a series of novels by Balzac. Eugène de Rastignac.