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Origin and history

The house at 4 Rue de la Vau-Saint-Jacques in Parthenay is a civil building dating back to the 2nd half of the 12th century, with major changes in the 15th century and additions to the 16th century. This building illustrates the architectural evolution of medieval urban dwellings, combining late Romanesque elements with Gothic characteristics. Its inscription as Historic Monument by decree of 13 July 1926 specifically concerns its facades, protected for their heritage value (cadastre A 221).

The historic address of this monument, initially recorded as 81 rue du 14-Jullet, reflects changes in urban toponymy over the centuries. Parthenay, located in the Deux-Sèvres department (New Aquitaine region), was a commercial and strategic hub in the Middle Ages. Houses such as this were used both as housing, as a craft workshop or as a place of exchange, reflecting the economic vitality of Poitevin cities. Their preservation offers an overview of medieval lifestyles and construction techniques.

Available sources (including Monumentum and Merimée data) highlight the importance of this heritage, although the current GPS location (6 Rue de la Vau-Saint-Jacques) differs slightly from the official address. Map accuracy is assessed as fair (note 5/10), inviting additional checks. No information is provided on its current accessibility (visit, accommodation or contemporary use).

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