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Origin and history

The house at 8 Rue des Croisiers in Caen is a historical monument built in the first half of the 17th century. This building, typical of the civil architecture of this period in Normandy, is characterized by remarkable elements such as its entrance door and its two skylights, protected since 1928. These architectural details illustrate the know-how of local artisans and the bourgeois residential style of the period.

The building was included in the inventory of Historic Monuments by order of 13 April 1928, an official recognition of its heritage value. The precise location, although noted as "passable" (level 5/10) in the databases, corresponds to the historical address of the city centre of Caen, in the Calvados department. No information is available about its current use (visit, rental, etc.) or its detailed history beyond these elements.

The Rue des Croisiers, where this house is located, derives its name from an ancient religious or hospital presence, frequented in medieval and modern cities. Although the source text does not specify the exact context of its construction, this type of building often reflects the urban boom of Caen in the seventeenth century, marked by trade, crafts and a rising bourgeoisie. The windows and door, protected elements, suggest a desire for prestige and durability in construction.

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