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Origin and history

The houses at 45 to 59 rue de la Barette in Amiens are one of the last architectural testimonies of the traditional houses in the Saint-Leu district. Their construction dates back to around 1700, at the hinge of the 17th and 18th centuries. These buildings are distinguished by their wooden structure, characteristic of the local construction techniques of the period, as well as their slate roofs. Their alignment and wing organization in return with internal courtyards reflect a typical urbanization of artisanal and popular neighborhoods.

Classified as a Historical Monument by order of 11 July 2008, these houses are protected for their wooden frame, their frame and all their built volume, considered inseparable. Their preservation illustrates the heritage importance of modest habitats, often threatened by urban transformation. Although their exact location is approximate (estimated at 5/10), their official address covers street numbers 45 to 59, in the Somme department. These buildings, now privately owned or associated, are not specifically mentioned as touristic buildings.

The Saint-Leu district, historically linked to artisanal and river activities, was home to a predominantly working and commercial population. Wood-paned houses such as those on Rue de la Barette met the needs of densified housing, while using local materials (wood, slate). Their conservation provides insight into the way of life and constructive techniques of the Amieno popular classes before the major industrial upheavals of the 19th century.

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