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The Henri IV house, located at 5 rue Chantault in Chartres (Eure-et-Loir), is an emblematic 16th century monument. According to local tradition, Henry IV stayed there on the night of his sacre. The "Henri IV" room preserves architectural elements typical of the Renaissance, such as painted beams and flooring, a carved chimney with pilasters, and adorned mouldings. Some original decorations, such as a medallion representing Cephale and Procris or winged geniuses, have now disappeared.

Outside, the house is distinguished by its three-storey gable on street, decorated with ground and carved entrances. These details reflect the refined craftsmanship of the time. The building was listed as historic monuments on December 18, 1924, specifically protecting the decorative elements of Henry IV's bedroom. The exact location, although documented (5 Chantault Street), has a geographical accuracy considered poor (level 5/10).

The house illustrates the civil architecture of the Renaissance in the region Centre-Val de Loire, where Chartres, then a prosperous city, attracted artisans and notables. This type of residence, often linked to royal or aristocratic personalities, also served as a reception place or stage for distinguished travellers. Today, its state of conservation and its access to the public (visit, rental) are not specified in available sources.

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