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The house in Rodez, dating from the 17th and 18th centuries, is part of the city's urban history, especially linked to the creation of the Place Royale (now Adrien-Rozier Square) in 1747. This square was designed to replace a medieval road leading to the cathedral, marking a major transformation of the city centre. The house is distinguished by its monumental door, composed of two side pilasters on pedestals, surmounted by capitals and an archvolt decorated with floral motifs. These architectural elements, typical of the Baroque and classical periods, reflect the influence of fashionable styles at the time.

The wooden door of the house, protected by an order of inscription under the Historical Monuments since 23 June 1947, has been moulded identical to those of the footers of the archivot. This detail highlights the aesthetic coherence of the ensemble and attention to ornamentation. Although the sources do not specify the original use of the building, its location on a central square and its neat architecture suggest a high social status, probably linked to a bourgeois family or a public office.

The exact address, 4 Place Adrien-Rozier, confirms its integration into the historical fabric of Rodez, a city marked by its medieval and classical heritage. The location, noted as "passable" (5/10) in the databases, indicates an approximation in the GPS coordinates, without calling into question its identification. No information is available on opening to the public or on a specific contemporary use (visits, rentals, etc.).

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