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Ferdinand Pinney Earle's house, located in Ascain in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, was built in the second quarter of the 20th century, more precisely around 1930. This film decorator, having experienced fame in Hollywood between 1910 and 1920, chose this Basque village to build a home reminiscent of the typical adobe constructions of the Santa Fe region in the United States. The building is distinguished by its revolver-shaped plan and its elevations adorned with stylistic elements inspired by pueblos, reflecting the American influence in its architecture.

Ferdinand Pinney Earle, a major figure in silent cinema, welcomed many personalities from the world of entertainment and arts. This house, classified as a Historic Monument by decree of 13 January 2000, bears witness to its artistic heritage and its attachment to a hybrid style, mixing local traditions and exotic inspirations. Today, the building belongs to a private company, and its current use (visits, rentals, etc.) is not specified in the available sources.

The building is located at 83 Chemin du Pont Romain in Ascain, in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department (New Aquitaine region). Its inscription in the title of Historical Monuments highlights its heritage interest, both for its atypical architecture and for its connection to the history of cinema and decorative arts of the early twentieth century. The accuracy of its geographical location is assessed as satisfactory, allowing clear identification of the site.

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