Rue Raynouard - Passy

Just above the wall-lined street you can see

this wonderful collection of windows, roofs, balconies,

and chimneys all washed in the glow of a winter afternoon's sunliight.

The architecture and textures

have interesting details.

Rue Raynouard

Passy

75016, Paris

Villa Raynouard - la grille d'entree

Villa Raynouard

François Just Marie Raynouard, a French dramatist and linguist, 

was born in 1761 in Provence and died in Passy (1836).  

He was an Officer of the Legion of Honour.  

In the 16th arrondissement a street 

and a square have been named after him

The villa has a charming gate, usually locked, 

opening into the private courtyard.

92, rue Raynouard

75016, Paris