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Origin and history

The building at 12 rue Saint-Georges in Rennes is an example of 17th-century civil architecture. Its ground floor, built of granite, contrasts with the upper floors in wooden panels, a technique typical of the region at that time. This type of construction reflects local know-how and materials available in Ille-et-Vilaine, where stone and wood were widely used for urban housing.

Ranked a Historic Monument, this building saw its facades and roofs protected by a registration order in 1967. This official recognition underlines its heritage interest, particularly for its state of conservation and its representation of architectural styles of the modern period in Brittany. Although little precise information is available on its history or occupants, its inscription demonstrates the desire to preserve Rennes' built heritage.

The location of the building, in the historic centre of Rennes, suggests that it is part of an ancient neighbourhood, marked by progressive urbanization since the Middle Ages. Wooden buildings, such as this one, were often intended for mixed functions (housing, trade or crafts), reflecting the economic and social life of the city in modern times. Their preservation makes it possible today to study the evolution of construction techniques and urban lifestyles in Brittany.

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