The Pussort Wing or « Clock Wing »

The Pussort wing, on the right side of the courtyard, is established on the site of the one erected by the Pussort brothers in the 17th century. It was largely rebuilt by Count d’Argenson in 1757-1759 to meet the new requirements of the time and harmonize with the envisioned Rococo-style buildings. On the ground floor, it retains the sheds established by the Count, and on the upper floor, the accommodations for his domestic staff. The building is marked in the center by a pavilion, known as the « Clock Pavilion » in the 18th century, which gave its name to the wing due to the presence of a clock in the central medallion of the pediment. This was adorned with a crown above, a lion (that of Saint Mark of Venice), and a unicorn (emblems of the Argenson) below. The heads disappeared during the Revolution. To the right of the central pavilion, an orangery was established in the 20th century, in the location of the former sheds. The pavilion in return was formerly devoted to the lodging of Count d’Argenson’s guests, including the famous President Hénault. The old apartments have been partially preserved. The ground floor room is a recent creation intended, along with the orangery, for the events of the castle.