Hôtel de Felzins

The Hôtel de Felzins.

The Hôtel de Felzins in Toulouse, France, is a Renaissance hôtel particulier (palace) of the 16th century.

History

This mansion located in the historical center of Toulouse was built in the middle of the 16th century (1556) for parliamentarian Gaspard Molinier.

The hotel is representative of the Toulouse mansions, characteristic with its Renaissance motifs. It is particularly noteworthy for its Mannerist portal on the Rue de la Dalbade, with rich and exuberant decor.

A room on the ground floor has preserved its monumental fireplace of the sixteenth century, Henry II style. Engraved above the upper bas-relief, which represents the demi-god Hercules, are the mentions Hercules Gallicus and Charitas nunquam excidit. Two medallions represent Roman emperors.

Pictures

• Hôtel de Felzins
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Bibliography

• Guy Ahlsell de Toulza, Louis Peyrusse, Bruno Tollon, Hôtels et Demeures de Toulouse et du Midi Toulousain, Daniel Briand éditeur, Drémil Lafage, 1997