Loewenfels House

This townhouse, commissioned in the 1760s by Jean-Jacques Feer, financier of Mulhouse's first painted fabric manufactory, is probably one of the finest examples of its era in the city. It stands on the site of a property acquired by his father as early as 1713.

The quality of materials used, such as pink sandstone for the base and blond limestone for the façade, as well as the finely carved decorations, is exceptional.

The architecture, inspired by classical style, follows a strict order: the end bays correspond to the central projection, enriched with pilasters topped by a triangular pediment. The latter features a refined rococo decoration, composed of cartouches, garlands, and flower drops. Elegant ironwork, such as the balcony and the grilles on the ground floor windows, complete the harmonious ensemble. The name “Loewenfels” may refer to the Feer family coat of arms, combining a lion (Loewe) and a mount (Fels), in reference to Jean-Jacques Feer's wife.