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The house in Gimont, Gers, is a 14th century medieval building. It is distinguished by its wooden façade, a well-preserved example of the civil architecture of that time. This type of construction, typical of the Middle Ages, illustrates the carpentry and assembly techniques used for urban dwellings.

The wooden façade of this house was classified as Historic Monument by order of 10 November 1927. This protection highlights its heritage importance, particularly for its state of conservation and architectural style. The house is located at the corner of R.D. 124 and of the corner Paute, in the center of Gimont, a municipality of Gers in Occitanie region.

In medieval times, wood-paned houses were common in cities and towns in southwestern France. They often served as housing for local merchants, artisans or notables, reflecting the economic and social life of the community. These buildings, with their wooden structures and their torchi or brick fillings, were adapted to the available resources and local know-how.

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