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Corneille House, also known as the Tapestry House, is located in Aubusson, in the Creuse department (Nouvelle-Aquitaine). This 15th and 16th century monument is considered the oldest house in the city. It is closely linked to the history of the tapestry of Aubusson, having housed a workshop where remarkable series on the life of Jeanne d'Arc were woven. Today, it hosts the Tourist Office and the Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions.

The façade of the Corneille house is distinguished by its two floors, a circular turret and an arch shop bay. Its chamfered rectangular entrance door and asymmetrical openings suggest a composite origin, perhaps two primitive buildings combined. These architectural elements reflect medieval and Renaissance construction techniques, typical of the region.

Ranked a historic monument in 1962, Cornelius House illustrates the textile heritage of Aubusson, a city renowned for its tapestries since the Middle Ages. His name pays tribute to an emblematic family of local upholsterers, although the archives do not specify their exact role in its construction. The protection of its facades and roofs underlines its cultural and historical importance.

According to sources, the house is located at 69 rue Vieille, although approximate GPS coordinates also indicate an address close to Rue de la Roche. This geographical ambiguity reflects the challenges of precise location of ancient monuments. Owned by the municipality, it remains a symbol of Limousin craftsmanship, now valued through its museum.

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