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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The building at 3 Rue des Devins in Josselin is a historic monument built in the late 16th or early 17th century. This building is distinguished by its ground floor masonry, where the door and a window show traces of chamfers and accolades, filled with mortar. The gable walls, in corbellation, as well as the advance of the woodpan, are characteristic of the architecture of this period. The extremities of the beams protrude, and carved floral motifs adorn the facade, adding a remarkable decorative touch.

The interior fittings date from the 18th century, marking an evolution in the use and aesthetics of the building. The street façade and the roof were protected by a registration order under the Historic Monuments on May 16, 1944. This classification reflects the heritage value of this building, representative of the urban houses of the late Renaissance in Brittany.

The location of this monument in the city of Josselin makes it a key element of the local architectural heritage. The rue des Devins, where it is located, is located in a historical area of the commune, as evidenced by its address recorded in the Mérimée base. The accuracy of its location is estimated to be fair, which may reflect the challenges of mapping old buildings in dense urban areas.

The structure of this building, with its wooden panels and corbellations, illustrates the construction techniques in vogue at the end of the 16th century. These architectural elements, combined with carved floral motifs, suggest a medieval and reborn influence, typical of the transition between these two periods. The use of masonry on the ground floor and wood on the upper floors was common in urban houses of that time, offering both strength and flexibility in construction.

The inscription of the façade and roof in 1944 underscores the importance of preserving these architectural elements, which are tangible witnesses to Josselin's urban history. This classification helped to protect the original features of the building, while allowing later interior developments, such as those of the 18th century, that reflect the adaptation of the building to the changing needs of its occupants over the centuries.

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