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The House of the King, located in Marcilhac-sur-Célé in the Lot, is a building whose construction spans mainly in the 15th and 16th centuries, although traces of occupation or tradition date back to earlier periods. It is distinguished by its stone ground floor and its first floor in corbellation, with wooden panels on three sides, characteristic of medieval civil architecture. The north roof and part of the side façade were rebuilt in the 17th century, marking a later evolution of the building.

According to a local tradition, Pépin the Brief would have stayed in this house on the return of a pilgrimage to Conques, although this anecdote is not historically attested by contemporary sources. The monument, classified as a Historical Monument in 1939, is located near the ruins of a Romanesque church, highlighting its anchoring in a wider religious and historical context. The house thus illustrates the transition between medieval and modern times, with various materials and constructive techniques.

Today, the King's House is a private property, which limits its accessibility to the public. Its state of conservation and its architectural peculiarities nevertheless make it a remarkable testimony of the built heritage of Occitanie. The 17th century modifications, such as the partial reconstruction of the roof, reflect the successive adaptations of the building to the needs and styles of each era.

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