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Origin and history

The building at 10 rue du Languedoc in Toulouse is a 17th century civil building, whose façade and door, now missing, were probably rebuilt around 1634. The door, topped by an oval oculus framed by volutes, had a carved arch key of a head, a decorative element typical of the era. These architectural details reflect the influence of the Toulouse magistrates in the beautification of bourgeois houses.

In 1622, the house was acquired by Raymond d'Aymeric, who became capitoul in 1634. It was under his leadership that architectural changes were made, marking his social status. The only classified vestige of this transformation is the sculpted decoration around the window on the ground floor and the l-oculus, which has been protected since 1950. The historic address (rue du Languedoc) contrasts with an approximate GPS location (rue Lafayette), highlighting the challenges of geographical precision.

The building, although partially altered, illustrates the Toulouse civil heritage of the Great Century. Its classification as a Historic Monument in 1950 highlights the artistic value of its carved elements, witness to the techniques and tastes of the era. The absence of the original facade today limits the overall understanding of its original appearance, but the remaining traces offer an overview of its past prestige.

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