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The house at 6-8 Church Street in Rosheim, Lower Rhine, is a remarkable example of 16th century Alsatian civil architecture. This building, partially constructed of coated bellows and wooden panels, reflects the construction techniques of the time. Its portal and facades, decorated with rustic stone-cut chains, bear witness to a meticulous craftsmanship. The house includes a two-storey main body under a long-paned roof, as well as a square wing entirely dated from the 16th century, with a stone ground floor and a wooden panel floor.

Older remains, dating from the 12th or 13th century, remain in the southern part, while the northeast part dates back to the 13th or 14th century. Two windows may have been modified in the 15th century. In the second half of the 16th century, Jacob Rysz, burmese and tiler of Rosheim, whose initials and professional emblem appear on the gate and the front door, was deeply redesigned and enlarged. These elements underline the social and economic importance of its owner.

The house was listed as historic monuments by order of 5 April 1930, protecting its entrance gate, facades, roofs, and a well in the courtyard. This ranking highlights its heritage interest, both for its architecture and for its history linked to the crafts and the local bourgeoisie of the Renaissance. The successive changes illustrate the evolution of constructive techniques and aesthetic tastes over centuries.

Today, the house remains a valuable testimony to the urban history of Rosheim, a city marked by its medieval past and its development in modern times. Its state of conservation and visible architectural details offer a concrete overview of everyday life and social hierarchies in Alsace during the Renaissance. The presence of Jacob Rysz, an influential craftsman, reinforces his emblematic character in the local heritage.

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