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Origin and history

The house of the 21 Grande Rue in Laval is an emblematic 16th century building, located in the Mayenne department, in the Pays de la Loire region. This wood-paned building, characteristic of Renaissance civil architecture, is distinguished by its wide-paned corbellations, whose spacers and consoles are finely ground. These architectural details reflect the craftsmanship of the period and the influence of regional styles.

Classified as historical monuments since December 10, 1926, this house illustrates the heritage importance of modern-day civil buildings in France. Its inscription specifically concerns facades and roofs, highlighting their aesthetic and historical value. Although the sources do not specify its original use, this type of house was often linked to commercial or residential activities, typical of the growing urban centres in the 16th century.

The location of the house, in the heart of Laval, a city marked by its medieval and reborn history, reinforces its heritage interest. The Grand Street, the major street of the city, was then concentrated in bourgeois houses and craft workshops, testifying to the economic and social vitality of the region. Today, this monument contributes to the richness of the architectural heritage of the Pays de la Loire, enhanced by tools such as the Merimée base or the portals dedicated to historical monuments.

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