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Origin and history

The house at 18 rue Saint-François in Quimper is a typical example of civil architecture in the second half of the 16th century. It is distinguished by its wooden panels facade and crepasing on lattis, characteristic of the Breton urban buildings of the Renaissance. This building is integrated into the old quarter of Quimper, reflecting the urbanization and construction techniques of the time.

Classified as a Historical Monument by order of 22 May 1956, the protection specifically concerns the street façade and the corresponding roof slope. This official recognition underscores its heritage interest, although its exact location is considered fair (note 5/10) according to the databases. The house embodies Breton vernacular heritage, often linked to residential or craft functions in medieval city centres.

No information is available about its historical occupants or its precise use over the centuries. However, this type of house reflects the daily life of the bourgeois or craftsmen of the Renaissance, a period marked by economic growth in Brittany, notably thanks to the trade in linen and canvas. The wooden panels, like this one, also served as a showcase for professional activities (shops, workshops).

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