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Origin and history

The building at 26 rue des Tables at Puy-en-Velay is a rare example of a medieval structure transformed in the Renaissance and classical eras. Originally, it was part of a larger set including #24, before being divided. The building preserves a remarkable Romanesque vestige: a committed column of the 12th century, decorated with a foliage capital, visible on the first and second floors. This architectural detail attests to its medieval origin, despite subsequent modifications.

In the 18th century, the building was redressed in the classical style, with decorative elements typical of Velay art. N°26 features an entrance door with a Louis XV ironwork imposte, while its interior reveals a staircase with balusters and a hall with large ground boards. A room on the first floor particularly illustrates the 18th century local decorative art, combining elegance and craftsmanship. These transformations reflect the adaptation of old buildings to the tastes of later eras.

N°24, formerly linked to n°26, has a keyed door probably dating from the early seventeenth century, marking a transition between the Renaissance and classical periods. The ensemble, including the interior decoration of n°26, was protected by a registration order under the Historical Monuments on 8 June 1978. This protection underscores the heritage value of a building that blends nearly seven centuries of architectural history, from the Romanesque period to the classical age.

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