French Quarter in New Orleans in Orleans Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Rillieux – Waldhorn House
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, December 24, 2011
1. Rillieux – Waldhorn House Marker
For Vincent Rillieux – 1740-1800
New Orleans merchant and great-grandfather of Edgar Degas, noted French artist
The design of the house is attributed to Barthelemy Lafon – 1769-1820 architect, builder, surveyor and town planner. The wrought iron balconies of the building are notable examples of Spanish Colonial craftsmanship.
Owned by
Paul LaNuse, 1800-1807 – Thomas Elmes, 1807-1810 – John Grieve, 1810-1811 – Planters’ Bank, 1811-1820 – Bank of the United States, 1820-1836 – New Orleans Gas Light & Banking Co., 1836-1838
Occupied by Waldhorn Co. Inc., antiques since 1881 Restored 1972 – Freret & Wolf, architects
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1881.
Location. 29° 57.34′ N, 90° 4.026′ W. Marker is in New Orleans, Louisiana, in Orleans Parish. It is in the French Quarter. Marker is at the intersection of Royal Street and Conti Street on Royal Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 343 Royal Street, New Orleans LA 70130, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Bank of Louisiana (within shouting distance of this marker); Edgar Degas House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Tortorici’s
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Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, December 24, 2011
2. Rillieux – Waldhorn House Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 5, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 1,115 times since then and 60 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 5, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
