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The Hotel de Flottes de Sébazan, located in Pézenas, is a building whose initial construction dates back to the early 16th century, probably from a pre-existing building. The oldest vestiges, such as a vaulted hall and a niche dated 1511, bear witness to this period. The original, large building consisted of a courtyard, an open sky and a stable, but only part of it remains today, including a walkway to the missing courtyard, with its Gothic vaults and the location of a medieval staircase in square.

In the 18th century, the hotel underwent a major transformation, notably by Joseph Mathebiau after 1754, which completely rebuilt the facade on Alfred Sabatier Street. This classic façade is distinguished by a large, low arched door, carved staples and wrought iron railings of outstanding quality, including the central balcony. The 18th century ordinance also includes curved balconies and carved keys, contrasting with the preserved Gothic elements, such as the corner edicle adorned with flamboyant motifs (angels with coats of arms, curly cabbages) and italianizing influences (grotesques, shells, pearls).

The history of the hotel is marked by changes of influential owners. Originally assigned to Robert de Gleizes in 1518, the residence passed in 1580 to Jean de Flottes de Sébasan through his marriage to Marie de Gleizes. In 1658 it was acquired by the brothers Pierre and Guillaume de Sarret, advisers at the court of accounts of Montpellier, before returning in 1675 to the family of Flottes de Sébasan. In the mid-18th century, the hotel was divided into two separate plots after successive acquisitions, notably by notary Pierre Annequin (1749) and merchant Joseph Mathebiau (1754). Today, the corner niche houses a statue of Saint Roch in plaster, carved by Relin, a local artist.

The hotel's protected elements, which have been listed as Historic Monuments since 1944, include the facade and the roof on the street. The building thus illustrates the architectural evolution between the Middle Ages and the modern era, combining medieval heritage and classical transformations. However, the accuracy of its location remains poor (level 5/10), depending on available sources.

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