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The Grosse Maison, located at Terres-de-Chaux in the Doubs, is a building built between the 16th and the end of the 17th century. It reflects a civil architecture typical of this period, marked by successive transformations. Between 1671 and 1683, major works were undertaken: the building was raised, the structure and the roof were repaired, a ramp staircase was added, and the interior was redeveloped. These changes reflect the social rise of its owners, a family with notaries, lawyers and doctors.

In modern times, this region of Franche-Comté was marked by a rural society structured around local notables, often from the liberal or legal professions. Houses such as Grosse Maison served both as a residence and as a symbol of social status, while sometimes sheltering professional activities. Today, the building, classified as Historic Monument in 1998, is in very poor condition, partially in ruins, illustrating the challenges of preserving the rural heritage.

The protected elements include the entire Grosse Maison, as defined by the cadastre (Section B, Parcel 195). Its listing in the Historical Monuments Inventory in 1998 underlines its architectural and historical importance, despite its current state of degradation. The approximate location, noted as "passable" (level 5/10), and photos available under Creative Commons license allow limited documentation of this threatened heritage.

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