1923
Architecture of France
department stores
Franz Jourdain
Henri Sauvage
Paris
1923 – Samaritaine Department Store, Paris
Architect: Franz Jourdain & Henri Sauvage
A magnificent department store on the banks of the Seine that includes several buildings on a couple of streets. A richly decorated cast iron interior with many levels and a magnificent view from the restaurant on the top floor. Many of the facades have elaborate decoration and metalwork.