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The House with carved post is a civil building located in La Ferté-Bernard, in the department of Sarthe (region Pays de la Loire). Dating from the 15th century, this monument is distinguished by its typical architecture of this period, with a notable decorative element: a carved post. This architectural detail led to its registration as Historic Monuments by ministerial decree in 1929, highlighting its heritage and artistic value.

The precise address of this monument, according to the Merimée base, is 15 rue de l'Huisne (or 11 rue d'Huisne according to GPS coordinates), in the city centre of La Ferté-Bernard. The location, although noted as "passable" (level 5/10) in the available sources, makes it possible to identify this building as a witness to the medieval urban history of the city. No information is provided on its current use (visit, rental, accommodation), or on any historic owners or sponsors.

The fifteenth century corresponds, in the region of the Pays de la Loire, to a period of reconstruction and urban development after the unrest of the Hundred Years War. The half-timbered or carved-posted houses, like this one, reflect both traditional construction techniques and an ornamentation concern. These buildings often served as housing for artisans or merchants, playing a central role in the economic and social life of cities. Their preservation today offers an overview of the know-how and the living environment of the time.

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