building
#historical-building
#finance
#bank
#national-heritage
#art-deco
#1930s
Comptoir des mines Building
The Comptoir des Mines Building, also known as the Taher Sebti Building, is a monumental structure completed in 1930. It originally housed the Comptoir des Mines, a major colonial-era financial institution focused on mining and industry. The building's architecture is reflective of the grand, commercial Art Deco style prevalent in the city's financial district. It currently functions as a bank. Its historical and architectural importance was recognized with its designation as a National Material Patrimony site in 2018.
Timeline
1930
Building Completed
The Comptoir des Mines building was completed.
2018
National Material Patrimony Declaration
The building was officially included in the National Material Patrimony of Morocco.
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