The Villa Valmer is a historic mansion in the 7th arrondissement of

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, France. It is located near several other villas such as the La villa de Gaby Deslys. The building is in the

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style with three floors. There is a garden open to the public.

History

The villa was built for Charles Gounelle, an oil manufacturer, in 1865. It was designed by architect Henry Condamin. It is home to the

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Origin of Name

Originally named "Wave to the Sea", it was later called Villa Valmer.

References

Buildings and structures in Marseille Houses completed in 1865 {{France-struct-stub