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Origin and history

The building on Rue Victor-Hugo in Brantôme, Dordogne is a historical monument dating back to the 12th century. Although deeply transformed in the 19th century, it preserves architectural elements of the 12th and 14th centuries, testifying to its seniority. Among these remains, the chimney is particularly remarkable, representing a common model in the Dordogne, characteristic of the local heritage.

The protection of this building was formalized by a registration order of 5 November 1958, specifically covering the street façades, the corresponding roofs and the chimney. This recognition highlights its heritage interest, despite subsequent changes. The exact address, crossed with the Merimée bases and GPS coordinates, confirms its location at the crossroads of Victor-Hugo and Gambetta streets, in the historic centre of Brantôme.

Brantôme, integrated into the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region (former Aquitaine), is a town marked by a rich medieval past. Buildings like this illustrate the urban and architectural evolution of the city, between Romanesque heritage and modern adaptations. Their preservation makes it possible to understand the local construction techniques, as well as the way of life of the inhabitants throughout the centuries, especially via domestic elements such as chimneys, central in everyday life.

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