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This building located in Quimper, Finistère, is a collection of 17th century houses. It is distinguished by its proximity to the cathedral, whose arrows are visible from its windows. The first house, in an angle, has a facade on stone-coated street with frames of cut stone bays, while its side façade is made of wooden panels. These architectural details reflect the mixed construction techniques of the time, combining durability and aesthetics.

The second house is characterized by a gable on street and a walled bellows facade, with bays also framed with cut stone. The third house has a facade entirely made of wood, embellished with corbellations on each floor, a common technique to gain space in height in medieval and modern cities. Finally, the last construction combines wood panels and a gable covered with slate, a material typical of the Breton region.

These houses were partially protected under the Historical Monuments by a decree of 13 March 1953, specifically covering the street façades and the corresponding roofs. Their preservation bears witness to the importance attached to the civil architectural heritage of Quimper, a city marked by its medieval history and its role in 17th century Brittany.

The ensemble is part of the urban landscape of Rue Sainte-Catherine, a historic artery of Quimper. Although the information on their original use is limited, their architecture suggests a residential or craft vocation, typical of the Breton city centres of the modern era. Their state of conservation and their location make them valuable witnesses to the urban evolution of Quimper.

The accuracy of their location is assessed as 'a priori satisfactory', based on available data, and their exact address is 9 rue Sainte-Catherine. The facades, with their various materials, illustrate the diversity of local resources and the know-how of 17th century artisans in Brittany.

No information is available on opening to the public, possible rental or associated services. Sources are limited to Monumentum data and internal archives, without mentioning owners or specific historical events related to these buildings.

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