Timeline

Heritage classified

Key figures

Origin and history

The building in Vendôme, in the Loir-et-Cher, is a composite building probably dating back to the 15th century, before being profoundly redesigned in the 18th century. It results from the assembly of two separate houses, now unified under one roof slope. Unlike nearby buildings, it does not have a corbelled floor, a notable architectural feature. Its old tiles cover, typical of the old buildings of the region, reinforces its heritage character.

The structure was officially recognized as a Historic Monument by a registration order dated 31 October 1940, specifically protecting the building located at the corner of the streets of the Renarderie and Grande-Rue. The available sources, including the Merimée and Monumentum base, precisely locate the building at 10-12 rue de la Renarderie, in the city centre of Vendôme. No information is provided on its current use (visit, rental, etc.), but its conservation status and location suggest a harmonious integration into the historical urban fabric.

The architectural context of Vendôme in the 15th and 18th centuries reflects a period of transition between the Middle Ages and the modern era. The buildings of that time often served as houses for artisans or merchants, while playing a role in structuring the shopping streets. The meeting of two houses under one roof, as observed here, could meet family, economic needs (extension of a trade), or urban constraints related to the density of the city centres. The absence of corbellation, rare for medieval times, could indicate partial reconstruction or adaptation to 18th century aesthetic norms, marked by a return to more refined lines.

External links