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The house at 12 rue des Gentilshommes in Quimper is an emblematic 16th century building, typical of the civil architecture of the Breton Renaissance. Its stone façade and roof cover, protected by a decree of 22 May 1956, illustrate the know-how of the artisans of the period. This monument is part of the heritage of the historic centre of Quimper, a city marked by its medieval and reborn heritage.

Classified as a Historical Monument, this house reflects the importance of stone constructions in Breton cities in the 16th century, a period of prosperity for the bourgeois and merchants. Its location in the ancient heart of Quimper, a dynamic city thanks to its artisanal and commercial activity, underlines its role in the urban fabric. Legal protections, such as the 1956 inscription, aim to preserve these architectural testimonies.

Available sources, including the Merimée and Monumentum database, confirm its exact address and legal status. The location, noted as "a priori satisfactory" (level 7/10), makes it possible to clearly identify the building in the neighborhood of Gentilemen. No information is provided on its current use (visit, rental, etc.), but its conservation status appears to be documented by Creative Commons licensed photographs.

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