- 22 Rue Sergent Blandan, 69001 Lyon
- What you see
- What you need to know
Upon arriving at this address, your eyes will be drawn to a magnificent door adorned with an inscription engraved on the lintel. This inscription is a maxim by Cicero from his "De Officiis," dating from 1679: "Non domo dominus, sed domino domus," translated as "not the lord for the house, but the house for the lord." An invitation to reflect on the notions of ownership and service.
In addition to this beautiful door, you will notice a commemorative inscription recalling that the explorer Charles de Chavannes was born in this house on May 19, 1853. He was a companion of Savorgnan de Brazza, the peaceful conqueror of the Congo. Another plaque, unveiled on May 17, 1942, by the mayor of Lyon, Georges Villiers, commemorates this event.
Rue du Sergent Blandan takes its name in homage to a soldier who died heroically in combat in Algeria on April 11, 1842. A statue pays tribute to him on Place Sathonay.
While we're here, be sure to take a look at the traboule located at number 10, which connects to number 7 on Rue de la Martinière. It features a superb exterior staircase with railings.
As you stroll along Rue Sergent Bladan, you can also admire other remarkable architectural features. At number 8, a cast-iron gate depicting a lion and a bull catches the eye, while at number 34, the door dating from 1755 testifies to the era of its owner, Etienne Sauvagneau.
At number 30, a wooden door with an 18th-century wrought-iron transom, and at number 28, a wrought-iron transom grille with a stone surround overhanging a wooden door, add to the charm of the street.
An interesting detail to note is the presence of a wrought iron railing bearing the monogram “AB” on the first floor balcony at 38, rue Sergent Blandan.
Finally, at number 1 Rue Sergent Blandan, you will find another commemorative plaque remembering the children of the Robert Doisneau school who were deported in 1943 and 1944 because they were Jewish. This plaque, erected on February 8, 2005, reminds us never to forget the innocent victims of Nazi barbarity and the complicity of the Vichy government.
That concludes our guided tour of 22 rue du Sergent Blandan in Lyon. A true journey through the history and memory of this charming Lyon street.
- Archive images
22, rue du Sergent Blandan. Wooden door entablature, engraved stone lintel with wrought iron grille. Inscription(s) on the image: "Non domo dominus, sed domino domus, 1679". Source
22, rue du Sergent Blandan. The inauguration of this plaque, initially planned for May 19, 1940, was finally postponed to May 17, 1942. Source
38, rue Sergent Blandan. Wrought iron railing with “AB” monogram on the 1st floor balcony. Source
34, rue du Sergent Blandan. Wrought iron railing with “AB” monogram on the 1st floor balcony. Source
28, rue du Sergent Blandan. Wrought iron impost grille with stone surround, above a wooden door. Source
23, rue du Sergent Blandan. Remarkable staircase, serving two courtyards. Source
8, rue du Sergent Blandan. Cast iron door transom grille, lion and bull. Source
1, rue Sergent Blandan. Memorial plaque inaugurated on February 8, 2005. Source
30, rue du Sergent Blandan. Wooden door with wrought iron transom (late 18th century). Source
