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Origin and history

The house located at 4 Dom-Morice Street in Quimperlé is a quadrangular building built in wooden panels, typical of Breton civil architecture. Dating from the 16th century, it is distinguished by its facades decorated with carved elements, reflecting the artisanal know-how of the period. The south-east facade, pierced by three large bays surmounted by imposts, was once protected by wooden grids, now extinct.

Classified as a Historical Monument by order of 3 August 1976, this house illustrates the importance of medieval built heritage and reborn in Brittany. The protections specifically concern facades and roofs, highlighting their architectural and historical value. Its location in the centre of Quimperlé, a city marked by a rich medieval past, reinforces its heritage interest.

Wood-paned houses like this were common in Breton towns in the 16th century, often serving as housing for merchants or artisans. Their wooden structure, combined with torchi or brick fillings, allowed rapid and economical construction. These buildings also reflect the region's cultural and commercial exchanges, particularly with neighbouring ports such as Lorient and Quimper.

The location of this house, although documented (official address: 4 rue Dom-Morice, Quimperlé, Finistère), has a geographical accuracy deemed mediocre (note of 5/10 according to sources). This impreciseness can be explained by urban changes or historical geolocation errors. Despite this, its ranking in 1976 preserved a remarkable example of the Breton urban habitat of the Renaissance.

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