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The building at numbers 4 and 6 of Rue de la Renarderie in Vendôme is a typical example of 15th and 16th century civil architecture. Built mainly of wood, this house is distinguished by its first floor in corbellation, a common technique in medieval times to gain space by overlooking the street. Number 4 has a second floor, probably later added, suggesting further modifications to meet changing needs or changes in ownership.

The protection of this building as a Historic Monument, formalized by a registration order dated October 31, 1940, underscores its heritage importance. The precise location, although noted as "a priori satisfactory" (level 7/10), corresponds to the historical address recorded in the Merimée base, confirming its anchoring in the urban fabric of Vendôme. However, available sources, including Monumentum, do not mention original owners or artisans involved in its construction.

The wooden structure, typical of medieval houses, reflects the local resources and know-how of the period. These buildings were often used both for housing and for commercial or craft activities, illustrating the versatility of urban spaces in the Middle Ages. In Vendôme, as in other cities in the Centre-Val de Loire region, these buildings helped shape an architectural identity unique to the historical centres, marked by the intensive use of wood and construction techniques adapted to urban constraints.

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