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The house at 20 Porte Morard Street in Chartres, dating from the 16th century, is a remarkable example of Renaissance civil architecture. It is distinguished by three carved posts on the ground floor of its façade, decorated with wooden consoles representing characters with symbolic attributes. These figures could embody allegorical virtues such as Science, Force or Wisdom, or saints such as John the Baptist, Sainte-Barbe, or an unidentified saint associated with a barrel and a dragon.

Classified as a Historical Monument by order of 19 October 1928, this house illustrates the local craftsmanship and artistic influences of the period. The sculptures, although partially damaged (as the mutilated attribute of a saint), bear witness to exceptional know-how in the size of the wood. Their iconography mixes sacred and secular, reflecting the beliefs and values of 16th century Chartrain society.

The exact address, 20 rue de la Porte Morard, is listed in the Merimée base under the code Insee 28085, confirming its anchoring in the department of Eure-et-Loir. Although the accuracy of its location is considered poor (note of 5/10), the monument remains a point of interest for its sculptural heritage. No information is available on its current accessibility or contemporary uses (visits, rentals, etc.).

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