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Origin and history

The house located at 1 Rue du Tourne-Broche in Beauvais is one of the few remaining elements of the former canonial district of the cathedral. Built in the 16th century, it replaces a 14th century medieval building whose cellars are still visible today. This monument was redesigned in the 17th and 18th centuries and then transformed into a private educational institution in the 19th century, where Auguste Rodin studied briefly.

The wooden facades and roofs, as well as the medieval cellars under the southern wing, have been protected since 1996. These remains illustrate the architectural evolution of the site, from its canonical origins to its educational reuse. The house, now owned by the Oise department, bears witness to Beauvais' urban and religious history.

The 14th century cellars, prior to the current construction, come from a late medieval building. Their conservation offers a rare overview of construction techniques and daily life in the canonial district before its transformation. The building, marked by successive redevelopments, reflects functional adaptations over the centuries, from its residential use to its educational role in the 19th century.

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