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Origin and history

The house at 2 rue Damiette in Rouen is a 17th century building. This monument, inscribed under the title of Historical Monuments by order of 20 October 1958, is distinguished by its facade on street and its corresponding roof slope, which constitute the protected elements. The location of this building, in the historic centre of Rouen, reflects the typical civil architecture of this period in Normandy.

The 17th century in Rouen was marked by a dynamic economic activity, particularly linked to river trade and crafts. The houses of that time, often made of wood or stone, served both as a dwelling and a place of work for merchants or artisans. This type of building thus illustrates the urban lifestyle of the time, where domestic and professional spaces were frequently interlocked.

The protection of this house in 1958 bears witness to its heritage importance in the Rouen architectural landscape.

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