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Origin and history

The house at 22 rue Saint-François in Quimper is a typical example of the civil architecture of the Breton Renaissance. Built in the 2nd half of the 16th century, it is distinguished by its wooden panels facade and crepassing on lattis, characteristic of the urban houses of this period. Its inscription as a Historic Monument in 1956 underscores its heritage value, especially for its roof slope and its street façade, elements protected by decree.

This house is located in the old quarter of Quimper, a city marked by its medieval history and its urban development in the modern period. Wood-paned houses, like this one, reflect local construction techniques and the know-how of the artisans of the time. Their preservation allows us to understand the architectural and social evolution of Brittany between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.

The building does not have sources detailing its original use or historical owners. However, its classification in 1956 attests to its importance in the Quimperian built heritage. Today, its state of conservation and its location bear witness to the urban history of the region, although the practical information (visit, current use) is not specified in the available sources.

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