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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The building in Villefranche-sur-Saône is a historical monument dating back to the first half of the 16th century, with modifications or extensions made in the 18th century. This civilian building illustrates the architectural and urban evolution of the city through these two major periods. Its listing in the inventory of Historic Monuments by order of January 16, 1990 reflects its heritage value and the desire to preserve this testimony from the past.

The location of this building, at 673 rue Nationale or nearby (31 Rue des Marais), places this monument in the heart of Villefranche-sur-Saône, a commune in the Rhône department. The accuracy of its location is estimated to be fair (note 5/10), which may reflect the challenges of historical documentation or successive urban transformations. This type of building, typical of ancient city centres, could serve as a bourgeois residence, a trade or a workshop, reflecting the economic and social life of the periods concerned.

The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, and more particularly the Rhône department, experienced significant urban development during the Renaissance and the Enlightenment. The buildings of this period were often built of stone or brick, with decorative elements reflecting the social status of their owners. In Villefranche-sur-Saône, a city marked by its commercial and wine-making history, these buildings contributed to the structuring of the urban space and the local architectural identity. Their preservation makes it possible today to understand the evolution of lifestyles and construction techniques throughout the centuries.

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