French State Auctions Art Nouveau Mansion in Toulouse After 70 Years

The French state is auctioning off the Hôtel Pauilhac, an Art Nouveau mansion in Toulouse, which it has owned for seventy years. The starting price is set at 2.1 million euros, with the sale scheduled for November. Georges Pauilhac, the original owner, commissioned the building, which is recognized as a historic monument. The state's decision to sell comes after decades of ownership, marking a significant transfer of a cultural heritage property to the private sector. The auction represents a rare opportunity for buyers to acquire a piece of architectural history in the heart of Toulouse.