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Origin and history

The buildings in Avignon, near the Quai de la Ligne, are a vestige of the city's architectural heritage. Their history is marked by their partial destruction during the works of clearing the ramparts, an urban operation aimed at modernising or securing space around fortifications. These buildings, although partially disappeared, retain a recognized heritage value, as evidenced by the protection of their facades and roofs by a decree of inscription in 1934.

The location of these buildings, at 4-5 Quai de la Ligne or close to 58 Boulevard de la Ligne, reflects their integration into the urban fabric of Avignon, a city whose history is deeply linked to its ramparts. Their presence, although fragmentary today, recalls the evolution of urban planning and heritage policies in the twentieth century. Geographical accuracy, however, remains limited, with an estimated "passible" location based on available sources, which may complicate an accurate identification of their original location.

The inscription in the title of Historic Monuments in 1934 underscores the importance attached to the conservation of the remarkable architectural elements of these buildings, despite their partial condition. This ranking is part of a broader approach to protecting the French built heritage, especially in cities such as Avignon, where medieval and modern history coexisted with subsequent urban transformations. No additional information is available on their initial use, occupants, or their specific role in local life, leaving room for assumptions about their residential or commercial function in the historical context of the Avignon.

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