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Origin and history

The Château-Neuf de Sigournais was built in the early 19th century, more precisely in 1810, in a neo-classical architectural style. This monument succeeds an ancient fortress of the Bas-Poitou, of which there was still a castle on a motte dating from the 15th century. The medieval building, ruined in 1793 during the French Revolution, was sold as a national good, marking the end of its initial use and paving the way for modern reconstruction.

The new home, built in 1810, is part of a post-revolutionary context where national goods are redistributed or transformed. The neo-classical castle is distinguished by its facades and interior decorations, especially those of the living rooms and stairwell, protected since 1995. These elements reflect the influence of early 19th century artistic currents, combining elegance and architectural rigour.

The site also preserves traces of its medieval past, with the 15th century castral motte, recalling its defensive origin. The Château-Neuf thus embodies a transition between two epochs: the feudal heritage of Bas-Poitou and the rise of a residential architecture inspired by the Enlightenment and Revolution. Its inscription in the Historical Monuments in 1995 underscores its heritage value, both for its history and its stylistic characteristics.

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