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Origin and history

The house at 6 rue du Bourg in Auxonne is a civil building dating from the 2nd quarter of the 16th century. This monument, typical of Burgundy Renaissance architecture, is distinguished by its facade adorned with a Virgin of Mercy, a religious sculpture placed in a niche. These architectural and decorative elements reflect the influence of the artistic currents of the period, mixing medieval tradition and Renaissance innovations.

Classified as a Historical Monument by order of 10 March 1934, this house illustrates the preserved urban heritage of Auxonne, a city marked by its medieval and modern history. The protection specifically concerns the facade and the Virgin of Pitié, highlighting their heritage value. The exact address, confirmed by the Merimée and Monumentum bases, places the building in the historical center of the commune, in the department of the Côte-d'Or.

At the time of its construction, Auxonne was a dynamic city, integrated into the Duchy of Burgundy and then into the Kingdom of France. The houses of this period were often used as houses for merchants, artisans or local notables. Their architecture reflected the social status of their owners, while participating in the beautification of the streets. This type of building, with its carved elements, also bears witness to the ubiquitous religious devotion in daily life.

Available sources, including Monumentum and Merimée data, indicate that the location of the monument is considered "a priori satisfactory" (note 6/10). No information is provided on its current accessibility, whether visitation, rental or accommodation. The house thus remains a silent but protected testimony of the architectural and cultural past of Auxonne.

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